'Florence' fennel (Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum) forms striking 3–4 foot stalks of soft, feathery, bright-green foliage that resembles dill on a grand scale. At the base, crisp, glossy white bulbs swell above the soil - layered and juicy - with a refreshing sweet-anise crunch.
 
Harvest the bulbs young for shaving raw into salads or roast them until golden and caramelized; the lush, aromatic tops serve as both herb and garnish.
 
Fennel has been used for centuries to ease digestion, reduce bloating, and freshen breath. Its seeds and bulb act as a gentle carminative and mild diuretic, while the essential oil (rich in anethole) offers anti-inflammatory and antimicrobial benefits.
 
Easy to grow, heat-tolerant once established, and a magnet for butterflies and beneficial insects.
 
Sold in a 4-pack of individual plants.