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Can You Grow Florence Fennel in Texas?

US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

4a–9b

Texas last frost

mid-February

Texas first frost

early December

Days to harvest

65–90 days

When to plant Florence Fennels in Texas

Direct sow

Feb 15

Harvest

Apr 21 – May 16

Dates are approximate, based on Texas'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 Texas

Texas spans more climate zones than any state except California — from Zone 6 in the Texas Panhandle to Zone 9b in the Rio Grande Valley. Most Texans garden in Zone 7-8 with hot long summers.