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Can You Grow Florence Fennel in New Brunswick?

Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 4, 5, 6

Grows well here

Florence fennel grows well here — it likes warm days and cool nights for bulb development.

Plant zones

4a–9b

New Brunswick last frost

mid-April

New Brunswick first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

65–90 days

When to plant Florence Fennels in New Brunswick

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

Jun 19 – Jul 14

Dates are approximate, based on New Brunswick's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Florence Fennel

Florence fennel produces an anise-flavored bulb at the base — sliced raw into salads or roasted, it is a Mediterranean staple. Note: fennel inhibits nearby plant growth, so keep it isolated in the garden.

Direct sow after last frost — fennel dislikes transplanting. Sow 1/4 inch deep, thin to 12 inches. Keep soil consistently moist while bulbing. Harvest when bulbs are 3 inches wide. Do NOT plant near tomatoes or peppers.

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Gardening in New Brunswick

New Brunswick has a maritime continental climate. The Saint John River Valley is Zone 5b-6a. Four distinct seasons with a productive 5-6 month growing season. Known for potatoes, blueberries, and fiddleheads.