{"product_id":"seed-fennel-perfection-org","title":"Botanical Interests Romanesco Fennel Organic Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cspan\u003eYou are in for a real treat with this gourmet, but often overlooked, garden wonder. Also called Roman or Florence fennel, the crisp, bulbous stem has a delicious, anise flavor and can be eaten raw, sautéed, fried, and used in soups or pasta. Feathery foliage is attractive and is an excellent fresh garnish. Seed can also be harvested as a spice. For best \"bulb\" production, sow for fall harvest.\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen to Sow Outside:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003e\"For \"bulb\"\u003c\/em\u003e: Midsummer for fall harvest is optimal; ideal soil temperature is 60°–75°F.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eIn cool summer areas (under 75°F)\u003c\/em\u003e: 1 to 2 weeks after average last frost.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eMild Climates\u003c\/em\u003e: Sow in fall for cool season harvest.\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cem\u003eFor foliage only\u003c\/em\u003e: Every 3 weeks after average last frost until midsummer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eWhen to Start Inside:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e4 to 6 weeks before average last frost (recommended for spring \"bulb\" production). Use biodegradable pots for transplant.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eDays to Emerge:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e7–14 days\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeed Depth:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e¼\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eSeed Spacing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eA group of 3 seeds every 10\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eRow Spacing:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e10\"\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cb\u003eThinning:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan\u003e \u003c\/span\u003eWhen 1\" tall, thin to 1 every 10\"\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Botanical Interests-Epic Gardening","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":40301761626246,"sku":"BI-6129","price":2.99,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/1811\/2867\/files\/botanical-interests-romanesco-fennel-organic-seeds.jpg?v=1768924381","url":"https:\/\/chaletnursery.com\/products\/seed-fennel-perfection-org","provider":"Chalet","version":"1.0","type":"link"}