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Native to the Mediterranean, it has naturalized throughout the world conquered by the Roman, and is now found growing wild in many parts of the world.
In Greed is is known as Marathon, which is the site of the famous battle in 490 BC.
Also known as Florence Fennel, Anise or Finuccio, Fennel is a hardy perennial herb, grown as an annual for its aromatic leaves, bulb and (anise) seeds which are used in cooking. Best used when green, seeds can be cooked or raw.
Fennel pollen is the most potent form of the plant -- but also the most expensive.
A member of the carrot family, Fennel does not appreciate transplanting so sow seeds directly into the ground in the fall or in spring after the last frost. Seeds are sown 1/4 inch (6 mm) deep in well drained soil. Space to 8 to 12 inches (20 - 30 cm) in rows 18 to 24 inches (45 - 60 cm) apart. Leaves may be harvested continually. Seeds are harvested from flower heads after they turn brown, and bulbs should be allowed to reach the size of a tennis ball before harvesting. Harvest bulbs as needed, leaving others to continue to grow and get larger. These perennial plants will over winter and are not affected by frost.
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