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Smokey Bronze Fennel

Smokey Bronze Fennel

Elegant Bronze Foliage with Flavor

Fennel Smokey Bronze is a striking heirloom variety known for its delicate flavor and unique ornamental appeal. The finely divided, feathery foliage boasts a stunning bronze-purple hue, adding a touch of elegance to both gardens and culinary dishes. This versatile herb offers a subtle anise flavor that enhances a wide range of recipes, from salads and soups to roasted vegetables and fish dishes. Its edible seeds, prized for their warm, licorice-like aroma, are a favorite in baking and spice blends.

Smokey Bronze Fennel thrives in full sun and well-draining soil, making it an excellent addition to herb gardens, flower beds, or even container plantings. This perennial variety grows to impressive heights, creating a soft, airy texture that complements other garden plants. It attracts beneficial pollinators like bees and butterflies while serving as a host plant for swallowtail caterpillars, making it a favorite among eco-conscious gardeners.

With its blend of culinary versatility and visual appeal, Smokey Bronze Fennel is as practical as it is beautiful. Whether you’re looking to elevate your garden's aesthetic or enhance your cooking with fresh, homegrown flavors, this variety delivers on all fronts. Ideal for experienced gardeners and novices alike, it’s a must-have for any herb garden or edible landscape.

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Ships from Northern CA.

Shipping Weight: 0.01 lb

Dimensions: 4.5"L x 3.125"W x 0.1"H

Features

  • Attracts Bees/Butterflies
  • Attracts Beneficial Insects
  • Cold Hardy
  • Container Compatible
  • Fragrant
  • Heirloom
  • Open-Pollinated
  • Requires Summer Water
  • Somewhat Drought Tolerant
  • Useful for Ornamental

Characteristics

Organic Status: Certified Organic Product
USDA Growing Zone: 5 - 10
Bloom Season : Fall
Bloom Season : Spring
Bloom Season : Summer
Flower Color : Yellow
Growth Habit : Upright
Life Cycle : Annual
Plant Family : Umbelliferae (Parsley)
Plant Usage : Attracts Beneficial Insects
Plant Usage : Culinary Herb
Planting Time : Spring
Seed Unit Sizes : Seed Pack
Soil pH : 5.1 - 5.5
Soil pH : 5.6 - 6.0
Soil pH : 6.1 - 6.5
Soil pH : 6.6 - 7.0
Soil pH : 7.1 - 7.5
Soil pH : 7.6 - 8.0
Starting Location : Direct Sow
Starting Location : Start Indoors & Transplant
Sun Requirements : Full Sun
Usage : Attracts Bees/Butterflies
Useful Plant Part : Leaves
Useful Plant Part : Seed
Useful Plant Part : Stems

Planting & Care

Soil & Water: Prefers well-drained, fertile soil in full sun. Keep soil evenly moist.

Planting & Growing: Direct sow seeds 1 inch apart in spring after the last frost. Thin seedlings to 6 inches apart.

Harvesting & Storage: Harvest feathery leaves as needed. Collect seeds when they turn brown and dry.

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Guarantee

Peaceful Valley Farm & Garden Supply brand vegetable seeds are guaranteed to germinate. Once the seeds have sprouted, please understand that Peaceful Valley cannot be held responsible for the many uncontrollable growing and climatic conditions that must be met to ensure the success of your crop(s).

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