Overview
Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo' is a bushy, clump forming herbs - culinary in the genus Foeniculum, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo' grows best in full sun, and tolerates loam soils and neutral pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include herb gardens, flower borders, gravel gardens and ornamental grasses.
About
Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo' (fennel 'Amigo') is a bushy, clump-forming cultivar of the Foeniculum genus, known for its fragrant, finely divided leaves and clusters of small yellow flowers. This deciduous herb thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect and prefers fertile, moist but well-drained loam soil with a neutral pH. Hardy to UK zone H5, it is suited to sheltered positions and is commonly grown in herb gardens, flower borders, gravel gardens, and among ornamental grasses. 'Amigo' is typically propagated by seed and is of interest during spring and summer.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Foeniculum
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Loam
- Soil pH
- Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbs - Culinary
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Herb gardens, flower borders, gravel gardens, ornamental grasses
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo'
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo'?
Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo' need?
Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo' hardy in the UK?
Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.
How do I propagate Foeniculum vulgare 'Amigo'?
Seed.
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