Grow guide

Fennel Bulb

Foeniculum vulgare

Planting + spacing

Days to harvest
90 days – 120 days
Harvest window
14 days
Spacing in row
4"
Row spacing
12"

Sun + water

Sun hours
6 hrs – 8 hrs
Water per week
1"
Container friendly
Yes

Companions

Plant with

carrot nantes, lettuce butterhead, beet, tomato cherry

Avoid

tomato cherry, beans bush green, carrot nantes

Next steps

Add fennel bulb to one of your gardens to generate spacing-aware layouts and watering reminders based on your zone.

Post-harvest storage tip

Cure bulbs in a dry, shaded area with good airflow before storing in a cool, dark place.

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