Fennel is a multipurpose plant, grown both for culinary and ornamental use. It is an edible herb (common fennel), vegetable (Florence fennel), or ornamental plant (bronze fennel). All three have ...

Versatile fennel can make a soothing tea, an interesting licorice-flavored herb, or a crunchy, celery-like addition to main dishes. (For details on growing many other vegetables and fruits, visit our ...

When something goes wrong in the garden, it’s wise to ask why. When something goes unexpectedly right, the same question is in order. Take bulb fennel, also called Florence fennel. One is told that ...

I hope you enjoyed the warm weather we had a few days ago. Freezing weather one week and 60-70 degrees the next. You have to love Mid-Missouri weather. I would like to introduce you to both a ...

Growing fennel indoors can be a rewarding experience, providing fresh herbs for your kitchen. Fennel, with its unique flavor and aroma, can be grown in containers with proper care. This guide provides ...

When you grow fennel you will find all stages of black swallowtail caterpillars, and perhaps a chrysalis like this one. (Handout - Tribune News Service) If there was ever a trap crop for the garden, ...