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Foeniculum Vulgare

About Foeniculum Vulgare

Fennel flowers have a sweet, mildly anise or licorice flavor. They are used in egg and fish dishes.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Foeniculum vulgare

Genus

Foeniculum

Family

Apiaceae

Order

Apiales

Also known as

Common Fennel, Common Fennel, Fennel, Florence fennel and Finocchio

How to care for Foeniculum Vulgare

💦 Water

How often to water your Foeniculum Vulgare

Foeniculum Vulgare needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for Common Fennel in your home

Foeniculum Vulgare love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

Foeniculum Vulgare does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Foeniculum Vulgare in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Foeniculum Vulgare

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for Foeniculum Vulgare: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Foeniculum Vulgare after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

Foeniculum Vulgare is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

Benefits of Growing Common Fennel →

Common Common Fennel Problems →

💦 Water Needs

Foeniculum Vulgare prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Common Fennel Water Frequency →

Common Fennel Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

Foeniculum Vulgare requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

Common Fennel Light Requirements →

Common Fennel Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

Foeniculum Vulgare is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

Foeniculum Vulgare grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

How and When to Prune Common Fennel →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Foeniculum Vulgare can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Common Fennel Temperature Tolerance →

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.