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Fennel ‘Romanesco’ Seeds – Sweet Bulbing Florence Fennel (UK)
Fennel ‘Romanesco’ Seeds – Sweet Bulbing Florence Fennel (UK)
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Fennel ‘Romanesco’ is a traditional Italian Florence fennel variety producing large, white, aromatic bulbs with a mild aniseed flavour. Reliable and easy to grow, it’s ideal for UK gardens and allotments when sown at the correct time.
Why Grow Fennel ‘Romanesco’?
Produces large, well-formed white bulbs
Mild, sweet aniseed flavour
Traditional Italian Florence fennel variety
Ideal for fresh eating and cooking
Reliable performance in UK conditions
Easy to grow with correct sowing timing
How to Sow Fennel Seeds (UK Guide)
Sowing time: June–July
Where: Direct sow outdoors
Seed depth: 1–2cm
Germination: 7–14 days
Avoid transplanting – fennel dislikes root disturbance
Growing Instructions
Grow in a sunny, sheltered position
Prefers fertile, moisture-retentive soil
Keep soil consistently moist
Thin seedlings to allow bulbs to develop fully
Avoid early sowing to prevent bolting
Harvesting & Use
Harvest period: Late summer to autumn
Harvest bulbs when swollen and firm
Ideal for salads, roasting, and braising
Leaves and stems can also be used for flavouring
Product Details
Variety: Fennel ‘Romanesco’
Plant type: Hardy annual vegetable
Approx. seed count: (150 seeds)
Growing location: Gardens, allotments, veg beds
Difficulty level: Easy with correct timing
Suitable for: UK growing conditions
Why Buy from Curriott Hill Nursery
Seeds selected for reliable UK performance
Small-batch, quality-focused nursery
Fast UK dispatch
Suitable for beginner and experienced growers
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For Seeds
If you are unhappy with your purchase, we will accept returns up to 14 days from purchase.
Refunds will be issued once the item has been received by us, in its original packaging.
Buyer pays for return postage
For Fresh Microgreens
If your Microgreens do not arrive in Perfect Condition with 48 hours of dispatch we will refund all orders.
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