Dragon Pelleted (F1) Fennel Seed
Quick Facts
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Latin Name
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Foeniculum vulgare
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Days To Maturity
Days To Maturity
Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.
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60 baby; 90 full size
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Life Cycle
Life Cycle
Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).
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Annual
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Hybrid Status
Hybrid Status
Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
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Hybrid (F1)
Dragon Pelleted (F1) Fennel Seed
Later-maturing, uniform bulbs.
Yields heavy, fat, juicy bulbs with attractive, upright fronds. The uniform, small-cored bulbs have a sweet, aromatic flavor. Matures later than our other varieties, allowing for a long harvest window.Specs:
Quick Facts
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Latin Name
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Foeniculum vulgare
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Days To Maturity
Days To Maturity
Average number of days from seeding date to harvest, within a specific crop group. If a transplanted crop: average number of days from transplant date. Not sure if crop is direct-seeded or transplanted? Check the Growing Information box for details. If crop can be both direct-seeded or transplanted, days to maturity refers to direct seeding. Days to maturity for all flowers and herbs is calculated from seeding date.
Close
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60 baby; 90 full size
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Life Cycle
Life Cycle
Plants can be Annuals (single growing season), Perennials (grow year after year), Tender Perennials (grow year after year in warmer climates; and in some cases when given special protection in colder climates), or Biennials (require two years to mature).
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Annual
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Hybrid Status
Hybrid Status
Hybrid: The offspring of a cross between two or more distinct parent lines, usually of same species, and selected for improved traits.
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Open-pollinated: A non-hybrid variety that can reproduce itself in kind, demonstrating relatively stable traits from one generation to the next. -
Hybrid (F1)
SCIENTIFIC NAME:
Foeniculum vulgareCULTURE:
Bulb fennel, or finocchio, prefers fertile, well-drained soils high in organic matter with a pH range of 6.5–7.5. Adequate irrigation is needed to produce high-yielding and flavorful crops. Whenever possible, fennel should be planted to mature in shortening days with cooler temperatures, as high heat and long days encourage bolting. DAYS TO MATURITY: From date of direct seeding.PELLETED SEED:
Pelleted seed requires a little extra attention when it comes to watering, as it performs best with consistent, moderate soil moisture throughout the germination period. An initial watering will split or dissolve the pellet, but if the soil is allowed to dry out before the germination period is over, the seed may receive insufficient moisture for optimal germination. Pellet Storage: Pelleting offers many advantages, but the pelleting process also shortens the shelf life of the seed. We recommend using pelleted seed within one year of purchase. If you need to store pelleted seeds until planting, protect them from heat and humidity in a cool, dark, dry place. If you prefer to store your seed in the refrigerator, be sure to place the seed in an air-tight container to protect it from fluctuations in humidity. Pellet Size: Unsized mini pellets.TRANSPLANTING:
Use 1–2" cell-type containers, sowing 2-3 seeds/cell, ¼" deep. Thin to 1 plant/cell. Grow for 4–6 weeks or until plants can be removed without disturbing roots. Transplant outdoors in midspring to late summer 6" apart. Use care as disturbing the roots may cause bolting. Clip off any seed stalks that may form.DIRECT SEEDING:
Midspring through early summer, 10 seeds/ft., ¼" deep, rows 18" apart. Thin to 6" apart.AVG. DIRECT SEEDING RATE:
290,000 pellets/acre @ 10 pellets/ft in rows 18" apart or 10,000 pellets/1,000 ft. row.HARVEST:
When base thickens, use sharp pruners to cut bulb free just above taproot. Cut off leaf petioles 1–2" above bulb to prepare for sale or storage.STORAGE:
Best at 32°F (0°C) with 95% relative humidity.TRANSPLANTS (AVG.):
4,000 plants/oz. PELLETS/OZ.: See individual varieties.PACKET:
200 pellets, sows 20' at 10 pellets/ft.Johnny's is committed to your success, every step of the way.
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