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Can You Grow Florence Fennel in Nova Scotia?

Canada · Canadian Zone 6 · zones 5, 6

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–9b

Nova Scotia last frost

early April

Nova Scotia first frost

late October

Days to harvest

65–90 days

When to plant Florence Fennels in Nova Scotia

Direct sow

Apr 1

Harvest

Jun 5 – Jun 30

Dates are approximate, based on Nova Scotia'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 Nova Scotia

Nova Scotia has a maritime climate moderated by the Atlantic. Most of the province is Zone 5b-6a; the Annapolis Valley is Zone 6a-6b and one of Canada's premier apple-growing regions.