Type: Perennial Herb Common Names: Fennel Height: 36" to 48" Light: Full sun Water: Average Soil: Average to Rich Other info: A good food source plant for Black Swallowtail butterfly larvae.
Germination: Fairly easy germination. Start indoors 4-6 weeks prior to last spring frost. Sow seed in container on good seed starting mix, covering seed lightly. Moisten mix. Place container in a dark location as darkness is best for germination. Location temperature should be 65-68°F. Keep mix moist by continued watering or place container inside sandwich baggie to retain moisture until germination begins. Seeds should begin germinating in 10-20 days.
