FENNEL Foeniculum vulgare . Umbelliferae.
All herbs should be used in moderation and not in large quantities. Please consult a Herbalist.
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Every garden should have Fennel.
A sympathetic and flowing herb.
 
Annual/biennial/Perennial Hardy Herbaceous Perennial
Appearance Feathery dark green leaves with umbels of yellow flowers.
Height 4-6ft/1.5-2m
Growing Position At the back of a flower bed because of its height. Full sun.
Fertiliser  
Propagation & soil Lime rich humid soil.
Spring

Sow seeds in February in gentle heat indoors or in April in the place where they will remain at the back of the bed, thin if necessary. Do not place near dill or coriander for fear of cross pollination.
Summer Allow only two or three flower heads to mature to seed, take out the rest unless you are making tea. If you do this the plant might actually last longer than two years.
Autumn Harvest bulbous fennel as required and divide.
Winter  
Use Leaves, fruits, seeds and bulbs.
Aromatic, Medicinal or Culinary Medicinal and Culinary
Areas of help Constipation, fevers, cramps, rheumatism, diabetes, eyes, laxative and promote appetite.
Storage Preserve leaves in ice cubes or dry the stems and store in an airtight container.
Specific Use
  • Particularily good after cancer treatments.
  • Grind the whole plant and use as a flea powder.
  • Chop the leaves and sprinkle over fish dishes
  • Make a lotion for the eyes or use a weak tea.
  • Chew two or three seeds to relieve indigestion.
  • Fennel toothpaste from Greenpeople is fantastic.
Recipe
Large doses can be harmful.
Basic recipes and how to make, CLICK.

Strong Tea:
Crush the seeds.
Standard Tea of leaves.
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