Ferula communis
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Ferula communis, Giant Fennel
Family: Apiaceae
Genus: Ferula
Striking round umbels of tiny yellow flowers. Large feathery dark green leaves which die back in summer reappearing in autumn. Not Culinary, a traditional medicinal herb.
Characteristics:
Giant Fennel can be seen at the herb farm in Jekka’s Herbetum and is available to buy as both herb plants and online as herb seeds.
Details
Growing
• Indoor Sowing: In early spring, into prepared plug trays or pots, cover with perlite. Germination can take 4-6 weeks.
• Outdoor Sowing: In spring, into a prepared site. Sow singularly or in groups of 3. Thin to 85cm apart.
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