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Herb Fennel Bronze
£2.15
In stock
Product Code
80219
There is nothing quite like using your own home grown herbs from your garden to flavour your cooking or salads. Fennel Bronze has delicate feathery bronze/red leaves which have a pleasant ainseed flavour. This variety is not quite as hardy as the green type. The seeds and leaves can be used in pickles and cooking. This herb grows to about 150cm.
WHEN TO SOW Spring when the soil is warm
WHERE TO SOW Sow in shallow drills spaced well apart and cover with fine soil. Water well and thin or transplant when plants are large enough to handle. Full sun is needed with well-drained soil. Avoid clay soils.
HARVEST Leaves at any time and seeds when ripe. Bulbs should be dug up in the autumn
USES To preserve, freeze leaves or infuse in oil or vinegar. Dry the seed. HANDY TIP Grind 4 tbsp of fennel seeds with 2 handfuls of thyme leaves, two bay leaves and 2 gloves of garlic, add some ground black pepper and pinch of salt to make a delicious rub for any red meat.
| EAN | 5027559802195 |
|---|---|
| Herb Variety | Fennel |
| Supplier / Brand | Kings Seeds |
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