{"product_id":"perennial-fennel","title":"Perennial Fennel","description":"\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"964\" data-start=\"459\"\u003ePerennial fennel is a tall, elegant herb that adds beauty, fragrance, and culinary versatility to the garden. With its soft, feathery foliage and sweet anise aroma, it’s equally at home in ornamental beds, herb gardens, or naturalised spaces. The young stems and leaves are delicious added fresh to salads, while the seeds and flowers are also edible and useful in herbal teas and cooking. A magnet for pollinators, this plant makes a lovely and useful addition to any garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1180\" data-start=\"966\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1006\" data-start=\"966\"\u003eWhere Can You Grow Perennial Fennel?\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1009\" data-start=\"1006\"\u003eThrives in Zones 5–9, preferring full sun and well-drained soil. It is drought-tolerant once established and grows well in garden beds, perennial borders, or herb gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1550\" data-start=\"1182\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1213\" data-start=\"1182\"\u003eHistory and Historical Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1216\" data-start=\"1213\"\u003eNative to the Mediterranean, fennel has long been valued for its culinary and medicinal uses. In Ancient Greece and Rome, it symbolised courage and strength and was widely used to aid digestion. Over time, it became a staple in herb gardens across Europe and beyond, used for everything from flavouring fish to making herbal remedies.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1837\" data-start=\"1552\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1581\" data-start=\"1552\"\u003eCanadian Zone Information\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"1584\" data-start=\"1581\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1598\" data-start=\"1584\"\u003eZones 8–9:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct sow in spring or autumn; plant will thrive and overwinter well.\u003cbr data-end=\"1672\" data-start=\"1669\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1686\" data-start=\"1672\"\u003eZones 5–7:\u003c\/strong\u003e Start indoors or direct sow after last frost; mulch in late autumn to protect roots.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"1837\" data-start=\"1552\"\u003e\u003cimg alt=\"\" src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2242\" data-start=\"1839\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1883\" data-start=\"1839\"\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Perennial Fennel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2242\" data-start=\"1839\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1899\" data-start=\"1886\"\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 6mm (¼in) deep, spaced 30–45cm (12–18in) apart in well-drained soil.\u003cbr data-end=\"1981\" data-start=\"1978\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"1994\" data-start=\"1981\"\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Keep soil moderately moist until established, then water sparingly.\u003cbr data-end=\"2065\" data-start=\"2062\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2080\" data-start=\"2065\"\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Snip young leaves and stems as needed. Seeds can be collected once flower heads brown.\u003cbr data-end=\"2170\" data-start=\"2167\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2186\" data-start=\"2170\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut back in late fall to encourage fresh spring growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2614\" data-start=\"2244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2282\" data-start=\"2244\"\u003eSeed Saving Tips for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2614\" data-start=\"2244\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2305\" data-start=\"2285\"\u003eAllow to Flower:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let some plants develop seed heads in late summer.\u003cbr data-end=\"2359\" data-start=\"2356\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2377\" data-start=\"2359\"\u003eCollect Seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Once flower heads dry, cut and gently shake to release seeds.\u003cbr data-end=\"2442\" data-start=\"2439\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2460\" data-start=\"2442\"\u003eDry and Store:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ensure seeds are fully dry before storing in airtight containers.\u003cbr data-end=\"2529\" data-start=\"2526\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2543\" data-start=\"2529\"\u003eViability:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seeds remain viable for 3–4 years when stored in cool, dry conditions.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"\" data-end=\"2697\" data-start=\"2616\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-end=\"2640\" data-start=\"2616\"\u003eCertified Organic By\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-end=\"2643\" data-start=\"2640\"\u003e\u003cem data-end=\"2695\" data-start=\"2643\"\u003eIslands Organics Producers Association (Cert#1962)\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48811181113586,"sku":"MF-HERB-024","price":4.76,"currency_code":"CAD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0698\/4106\/0082\/files\/Perennial_Fennel.webp?v=1772481887","url":"https:\/\/homeandwell.ca\/fr\/products\/perennial-fennel","provider":"Home \u0026 Well ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}