30cm, Mediterranean Sea Fennel is a semi-evergreen perennial native of rocky sites close to the see throughout the Mediterranean. It makes finely cut, slightly succulent, bluish-green, strongly aromatic leaves in lose basal to short stemmed rosettes. The leaves have an aromatic, slightly bitter and salty taste and may be used in soups and salads. Easily grown in containers in any rich, well drained soil in full sun throughout the year. Keep plants drier in winter in full sun and at a minimum of some 10°C. VI-VIII. 20 seeds per package.
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