Fennel 'Finocchio Romanesco'

Fennel 'Finocchio Romanesco' is a high-quality Italian Florence fennel cultivar, prized for its large, firm, and exceptionally aromatic 'bulbs' with a sweet anise flavour. This tender perennial is grown as an annual in the UK, reaching about 40-60cm in height. It requires a sunny, sheltered position and deep, fertile, well-drained soil with consistent moisture to swell its palatable base. 'Finocchio Romanesco' is known for its excellent flavour and good bolt resistance, making it a reliable choice for UK gardeners. The delicate, feathery leaves can also be used as a herb. Harvest usually occurs in late summer and autumn.

Sun: Full sun.

Soil: Deep, fertile, well-drained soil.

Hardiness: H3 — down to −5°C.

Flowering: Jul, Aug.