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Can You Grow Florence Fennel in New Jersey?

US · USDA Zone 6b · zones 6a, 6b, 7a

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–9b

New Jersey last frost

mid-March

New Jersey first frost

mid-November

Days to harvest

65–90 days

When to plant Florence Fennels in New Jersey

Direct sow

Mar 15

Harvest

May 19 – Jun 13

Dates are approximate, based on New Jersey'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 Jersey

New Jersey has a humid subtropical to continental climate. South Jersey is Zone 7a; North Jersey is Zone 6a-6b. Known for its produce farming — tomatoes, blueberries, cranberries.