{"product_id":"bronze-fennel","title":"Bronze Fennel Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eBronze Fennel is a remarkable aromatic plant, known for its dark reddish-bronze foliage and distinct licorice-like flavor. Unlike classic green fennel, its decorative leaves add a touch of elegance to garden borders, herb beds, or containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThis versatile plant offers several types of harvests: the bulbs can be grilled or finely sliced in salads before flowering, the flower umbels add visual interest to the garden, and the seeds can be harvested as an aromatic spice for cooking and baking. Highly valued by pollinators, bronze fennel is both aesthetic and useful.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhere to Grow Bronze Fennel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBronze fennel thrives in zones 4 to 9, in full sun and well-drained soil. It is easily grown in flower beds, borders, or containers, where it adds a striking decorative presence.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHistory and Traditional Uses\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFennel has been used for centuries for its culinary, medicinal, and ornamental qualities. Originally from the Mediterranean region, it was traditionally valued for aiding digestion and enhancing the flavor of dishes. Bronze fennel continues this legacy while bringing an aesthetic dimension to modern gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eInformation for Canadian Zones\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eZones 8-9: Sow directly in spring or fall for successive harvests.\u003cbr\u003eZones 5-7: Start indoors in early spring and transplant after the last frost.\u003cbr\u003eZone 4: Sow directly in spring after the last frost or start indoors for an earlier harvest.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cimg src=\"https:\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0570\/7841\/5473\/files\/Plant_Hardiness.png?v=1734491528\" alt=\"\"\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHow to Grow and Harvest Bronze Fennel\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow seeds 0.5 cm (¼ in) deep, spacing plants 30 to 45 cm (12 to 18 in) apart in nutrient-rich soil.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWatering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Water moderately, keeping the soil moist but not waterlogged.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLeaves:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pick young leaves throughout the growing season for fresh use.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBulbs:\u003c\/strong\u003e Harvest bulbs when they reach 5 to 10 cm (2 to 4 in) in diameter, before the plant flowers.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Allow the flower heads to mature and dry; harvest the seeds for culinary use.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTips for Harvesting Seeds for Future Supply\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eAllow to flower and produce seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the flower heads fully mature on the plant until they are dry and brown.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eHarvesting seeds:\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut the seed heads and place them in a paper bag to collect any falling seeds.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDrying and cleaning:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spread the seeds on a screen or towel and let them dry completely. Remove any debris.\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eStorage:\u003c\/strong\u003e Store in an airtight container in a cool, dark place. Seeds remain viable for up to 4 years if stored properly.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCertified organic by\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eIslands Organic Producers Association (Certificate #1962)\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Metchosin Farm","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":53644640551280,"sku":"MF-HERB-002","price":4.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0969\/0801\/8032\/files\/Bronze-Fennel-scaled_0bfb3f43-ff0e-4a89-a89d-4fe16cf6ed11.jpg?v=1776548745","url":"https:\/\/www.biocos.ca\/en-gb\/products\/bronze-fennel","provider":"Biocos Canada ","version":"1.0","type":"link"}