Overview
Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum 'Montebianco' is a bushy, clump forming herbs - culinary in the genus Foeniculum, part of the Apiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum 'Montebianco' 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
Fennel is a flowering plant species in the carrot family. It is a hardy, perennial herb with yellow flowers and feathery leaves.
About the genus
Foeniculum is a genus of flowering plants in the carrot family. It includes the commonly cultivated fennel, Foeniculum vulgare.Species:Foeniculum vulgare Mill. - Mediterranean, cultivated and naturalized in many regions Foeniculum scoparium Quézel - North Africa Foeniculum subinodorum Maire, Weiller & Wilczek - North Africa Foeniculum piperitum (Ucria) C.Presl - Mediterranean, Macaronesia Foeniculum sanguineum Triano & A.Pujadas - Morocco, Spain
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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 var. azoricum 'Montebianco' 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 var. azoricum 'Montebianco'
- Propagation
- Seed
- Pest resistance
- Aphids, Slugs
- Disease resistance
- Powdery mildews
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum 'Montebianco'?
Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum 'Montebianco' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered positions.
What soil does Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum 'Montebianco' need?
Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum 'Montebianco' grows best in loam soil. It prefers neutral soil. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained.
Is Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum 'Montebianco' hardy in the UK?
Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum 'Montebianco' 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 var. azoricum 'Montebianco'?
Seed.
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