Overview
Ferula communis is a columnar upright herbaceous perennial in the genus Ferula, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. It typically grows around 2.5-4 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, reaching full size in around 2-5 years. Ferula communis grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH.
About
Ferula communis, the giant fennel, is a species of flowering plant in the carrot family Apiaceae. It is related to the common fennel (Foeniculum vulgare), which belongs to the same family. Ferula communis is a tall herbaceous perennial plant. It is found in Mediterranean and East African woodlands and shrublands. It is native to Albania, Algeria, Baleares, Canary Is., Corse and other regions. Mature plants reach roughly 2.5-4 metres tall and 0.5-1 metres wide, carrying deciduous foliage. In the garden it prefers full sun and most soil types. It tolerates soil of any pH, well-drained conditions and south-facing, west-facing and east-facing aspects.
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Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Ferula
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing, East-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
Plant details
Ferula communis size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Height
- 2.5-4 metres
- Spread
- 0.5-1 metres
- Time to full height
- 2-5 years
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Ferula communis?
Ferula communis prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Ferula communis need?
Ferula communis is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.
How big does Ferula communis grow?
Ferula communis reaches a height of 2.5-4 metres and a spread of 0.5-1 metres. It takes around 2-5 years to reach full size.
More in the Ferula genus
- Ferula assa-foetidaasafetida
- Ferula communis (3 diff forms)Giant Fennel
- Ferula glauca
- Ferula tingtitana (coll. Gibraltar)
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