Florence Fennel

Foeniculum vulgare. Heirloom. Florence fennel is an heirloom vegetable grown for its crisp, bulb-like base and delicately flavored foliage. Unlike fennel grown primarily for seed, Florence fennel produces a tender, swollen bulb with a mild, slightly sweet anise flavor that becomes more aromatic when cooked.

This versatile garden vegetable is commonly used in Mediterranean cuisine and is valued for both its culinary uses and ornamental appeal. The feathery leaves add texture to the garden, while the edible bulb and tender shoots offer multiple harvest options.