{"product_id":"fennel","title":"Fennel","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eFoeniculum vulgare\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity: 65\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFennel is an aromatic seed and leafy herb as well as an exceptionally flavorful root for soups, fish, eggs and gourmet recipes. A perennial that keeps producing for 3-4 years before needing to be re-planted, fennel will become a welcome mainstay in your garden. Southwest adapted.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting Instructions:\u003c\/strong\u003e Sow fennel seed outdoors in spring after all danger of frost has passed and soil has warmed a bit. Plant 1\/2\" deep, 12\" apart and keep moist until germinated. Grows to up to 6 feet tall, so thin if needed as plants mature by harvesting where too dense.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Saving Instructions: \u003c\/strong\u003ePlants may bolt and form seed either in 1st or 2nd year. Collect seed when fully brown, dry and crumbling. Store seeds in a paper or mesh bag in a cool, dark and dry location.\u003cbr\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Vibrant Earth Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":48091694072063,"sku":"sku-43118678278299","price":4.25,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0624\/4358\/5791\/files\/fennel-g3e45a10aa_1280.jpg?v=1769177074","url":"https:\/\/store.motherearthnews.com\/products\/fennel","provider":"Mother Earth News","version":"1.0","type":"link"}