{"product_id":"fennel-seeds-sweet","title":"FENNEL Seeds, Sweet","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSweet Fennel (Foeniculum vulgare)\u003c\/strong\u003e is an heirloom, open-pollinated herb grown for its feathery anise-scented foliage and aromatic seeds. Most gardeners grow it as an annual for its sweet, licorice-like flavor in the kitchen.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAt a glance\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Foeniculum vulgare 'Sweet'\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eType:\u003c\/strong\u003e Heirloom, open-pollinated herb (usually grown as annual)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eMature height:\u003c\/strong\u003e 36 to 48 inches\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSun:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun (6 to 8 hours)\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fertile, well-drained\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eBest for\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSalads, soups, and stews\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eSeasoning fish and pork\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003eBaking and desserts\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003ePollinator-friendly herb gardens\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\u003ch3\u003eHow to grow\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eDirect sow in full sun and fertile, well-drained soil, since fennel dislikes transplanting. Keep moisture consistent for tender foliage. Harvest leaves as needed, and collect seeds once they ripen and turn brown. Plant fennel away from dill to avoid cross-pollination.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eFlavor profile\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003eSweet and aromatic with a clear anise or licorice note. The foliage is delicate, while the seeds are warm and concentrated.\u003c\/p\u003e\u003ch3\u003eAbout 99Heirlooms\u003c\/h3\u003e\u003cp\u003e99Heirlooms is a seed company devoted to heirloom and open-pollinated varieties, giving home gardeners dependable seeds with the character and heritage of generations past.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"99Heirlooms.com","offers":[{"title":"500mg","offer_id":50304496271638,"sku":"H-32-5647947","price":1.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0832\/5555\/8422\/files\/FENNEL_Seeds_Sweet.jpg?v=1764097737","url":"https:\/\/madelines.sbs\/products\/fennel-seeds-sweet","provider":"Madeline's","version":"1.0","type":"link"}