Ferula communis
giant fennel
- Perennial
- 2,5-3 m high
- Yellow flowers
- Valuable foliage plant
- Unusual flowers
- Professionally packed for safe transport
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- Direct from our nursery
Garden use
For wildlife and biodiversity
Ornamental value and special features
Growth
Care
Characteristics
| Height | 250 - 300 cm |
|---|---|
| Flowering time | June - July |
| Flower colour | Yellow |
| Growth habit | Wide, Ascending |
| Growth rate | Fast |
| Hardiness | down to about -15°C |
Site conditions
| Light | Full sun, Sunny, Morning sun, Evening sun |
|---|---|
| Moisture | Dry, Average |
| Soil | Pervious, Light |
| Soil fertility | Normal |
Botanical information
| Botanical name | Ferula communis |
|---|---|
| Genus | Ferula |
| Family | Apiaceae |
| Common names |
NL: reuzenvenkel EN: giant fennel FR: Riesenfenchel DE: férule commune |
| Synonyms | Ferula communis 'Gigantea' |
| Origin | Europe, South |
