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Organic Florence Fennel Seeds - Foeniculum vulgare

$3.50

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Organic Florence Fennel, known in Italy as finocchio, is an heirloom grown for its crisp anise-flavored bulb along with feathery leaves and seeds. The packet holds about 50 seeds; plants reach 2 to 3 feet in 90 to 100 days and work in containers. It's also a host plant for Black Swallowtail caterpillars.

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Highlights

  • Heirloom bulb fennel, about 50 organic seeds
  • 90-100 days to maturity
  • Plants 2 to 3 feet
  • Leaves, seeds, and bulb are edible
  • Host plant for Black Swallowtail butterflies

Best for

Cooks who want homegrown fennel bulbs and gardeners supporting butterflies.

Things to consider

  • Root disturbance can trigger bolting, so transplant carefully.
  • Hot or cold extremes make bulbs tough.
  • Caterpillars may eat some foliage, by design.

Key specs

Price$3.50
Seed count50
Days to maturity90-100
Plant size2-3 ft
SunFull to partial
Start indoors4-6 weeks before last frost

Our take

A rewarding heirloom for cooks, with a bonus for butterflies.

Organic Florence Fennel Seeds - Foeniculum vulgare at a glance

BrandThe Living Seed Company
Price$3.50
TypeHerb
AvailabilityIn stock at livingseedcompany.com
Couponwelcome
ReturnsReturns aren't accepted, but if you're unhappy with your seeds for any reason the company…

Price check

At $3.50, the Organic Florence Fennel Seeds - Foeniculum vulgare is one of The Living Seed Company's more affordable items, whose 214 listed products run $3.50 to $1,125.

Similar items from other brands we track run €28.99 to €67.88.

Buying from The Living Seed Company

The Living Seed Company is an easy recommendation for home gardeners and seed savers who want open-pollinated, non-GMO varieties at $3.50 to $4.75 a packet, including rare tomatoes and peppers you won't find on a hardware-store rack. Skip it if you're outside the US, since it no longer ships internationally. Returns aren't accepted, but the store says it will send a replacement if you're unhappy, so contact them rather than writing off a bad packet.

Shipping
Orders usually ship within 1 to 3 business days via USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail. The company no longer ships internationally, and customers pay to reship packages returned for a wrong address.
Returns
Returns aren't accepted, but if you're unhappy with your seeds for any reason the company will send a replacement. Liability for a lost harvest is limited to the price of the seeds.

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Frequently asked questions

Will it form a bulb?
Florence fennel is the bulbing type; the brand says moderate temperatures give the best bulbs.
Can I grow it in a pot?
Yes, the listing says this variety is great for containers.
How much is the Organic Florence Fennel Seeds - Foeniculum vulgare?
The Living Seed Company lists it at $3.50 on livingseedcompany.com. We refresh prices throughout the day, but always confirm the final price at checkout.
Is there a coupon code for the Organic Florence Fennel Seeds - Foeniculum vulgare?
The Living Seed Company's store-wide code welcome can be entered at checkout on livingseedcompany.com. The Living Seed Company sets the discount, and some items or sale prices may be excluded.
What is The Living Seed Company's return policy?
Returns aren't accepted, but if you're unhappy with your seeds for any reason the company will send a replacement. Liability for a lost harvest is limited to the price of the seeds.
How long does The Living Seed Company take to ship?
Orders usually ship within 1 to 3 business days via USPS Ground Advantage or Priority Mail. The company no longer ships internationally, and customers pay to reship packages returned for a wrong address.
Where can I buy the Organic Florence Fennel Seeds - Foeniculum vulgare?
The Organic Florence Fennel Seeds - Foeniculum vulgare is sold directly by The Living Seed Company on livingseedcompany.com. The Shop now button on this page goes straight to the product there, and code welcome can be applied at checkout.
Is the Organic Florence Fennel Seeds - Foeniculum vulgare in stock?
Yes. The Living Seed Company lists it as in stock on livingseedcompany.com as of our latest check. Stock and prices refresh throughout the day.
Is The Living Seed Company a legit store?
The Living Seed Company is an easy recommendation for home gardeners and seed savers who want open-pollinated, non-GMO varieties at $3.50 to $4.75 a packet, including rare tomatoes and peppers you won't find on a hardware-store rack. Skip it if you're outside the US, since it no longer ships internationally. Returns aren't accepted, but the store says it will send a replacement if you're unhappy, so contact them rather than writing off a bad packet. Our full The Living Seed Company review covers shipping, returns and what to check before ordering.
Is the Organic Florence Fennel Seeds - Foeniculum vulgare expensive?
At $3.50 it is on the affordable end of The Living Seed Company's range ($3.50 to $1,125 across 214 products), and similar items from other brands run $28.99 to $67.88.

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