Foeniculum vulgare 'Rubrum' - P11

Description
The Fennel 'Rubrum' (Foeniculum vulgare) is a clump-forming, loose, upright perennial with decorative, pinnate, copper-brown leaves. It bears yellow flowers with a strong fragrance from July to August. In a sunny location with well-drained, nutrient-rich soil, it usually reaches a height of approx. 1.5 m and grows to a width of approx. 60 cm. The Fennel 'Rubrum' is well tolerant of frost.

Synonym
Synonyms (botanical): Foeniculum vulgare var. rubrum.

Bulletpoints
* beautiful foliage * the blossoms are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * strongly scented flowers

leaves
Suitable for consumption. High leaf ornamental value. The deciduous leaves of the Fennel 'Rubrum's are copper-brown, pinnate.

Frost hardiness
The Fennel 'Rubrum' has good frost hardiness.

Growth
Clump-forming, loose, upright.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Autumn, depending on variety also in spring.

Tasks
- Harvest: In the period from September to November - Sowing under glass: From March to April - Sowing outdoors: From April to June.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the herb flavour! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Flower
Foeniculum vulgare 'Rubrum' forms yellow flowers from July. These exude a strong fragrance.

Use
Bee pasture, Cooking, Tea, Medicinal plant, With fish, Farm garden, Eating