Foeniculum vulgare 'Purpureum' (Bronze Fennel, Purple Leaf Fennel)
Botanical Information
Family | Apiaceae |
Genus | Foeniculum |
Species | vulgare |
Cultivar | 'Purpureum' |
Category | Perennials |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 - 9 |
USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2a - Requires cool season protection under glass. |
Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 - H3 |
RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
Temperature (°C) | (-32) - (-1) |
Temperature (°F) | (-25) - 30 |
Height | 0.91-1.5 m |
Spread | 60-91 cm |
Flowering Period | June, July |
Description and Growing Information
Landscape | Excellent background for vegetable and herb gardens. |
Cultivation | Rich, well-drained soil with full sun. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |