Fennel Varietals

Below is a list of all known varietals for Fennel. Click on a varietal name to view more detailed information.

Varietal Name	Description	Soil Texture	pH Range	Organic Matter	Salinity Level	Hardiness Zone	Humidity
Foeniculum vulgare	Common fennel, a perennial herb with a sweet anise flavor, often used in cooking and herbal medicine.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	8A	Moderate
Foeniculum vulgare var. azoricum	Florence fennel, also known as finocchio, grown for its swollen bulb and tender fronds, popular in Mediterranean cuisine.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	8A	Moderate
Foeniculum vulgare var. dulce	Sweet fennel, cultivated primarily for its flavorful bulbs and leaves, commonly used in salads and cooking.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	8A	Moderate
Foeniculum vulgare var. piperitum	Pepper fennel, known for its peppery taste and used in certain culinary applications.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	8A	Moderate
Foeniculum vulgare var. vulgare	Wild fennel, a hardy variety that grows naturally in Mediterranean regions, with a strong anise flavor.	Loamy Soil	7.4 - 7.8	Moderate (2% - 4%)	2 - 4	8A	Moderate