Tag: Fennel

Another reason for fennel with no bulb is planting too late. If you plant as summer days are getting longer as temps are rising, the plant will probably bolt. If you have flowers and no bulb and temperatures are warm, this could be the culprit. What to do with fennel that has bolted? If they […]

When growing fennel indoors, use big containers. They have long taproots that can grow almost a foot long, so you need a container that can comfortably accommodate these roots. Fennels planted in pots dry out faster, so they need to be watered more frequently as well. Starting seeds indoors can speed up harvest time. Can […]

Fennel can be used in a myriad of ways — raw or cooked, in either sweet or savory applications.Most cooks use only the bulb, but you can treat the feathery fronds as an herb and stuff the stalks into whole fish before roasting. Drinks. Campari-Fennel Aperitif. Risotto. Braised. Pizza. Soup. Tomato sauce. Cake. What is […]

The seeds take a long time to ripen, but you want to get them before the birds do. Birds, especially little warblers, love to eat fennel seeds. Are fennel seeds okay for birds? A search on the Internet established that many UK and American bird species feed on Fennel, in particular birds of the Warbler […]

The answer is: YES, you can. Actually, all parts of the fennel plant are edible, from its tender leaves to its plump seeds. And we recommend: Please do! Can you eat giant fennel? Although it is related to the tuberous fennel, the giant fennel should not be eaten because it is very poisonous! Can fennel […]

Wild (really feral) fennel differs from garden fennel primarily in that it rarely sets a bulb and has smaller seeds than the domesticated variety. Does all fennel have bulbs? So, the most likely reason for no bulb on fennel is that you have planted the wrong type. You can still use the lower stalks, the […]

Its leaves are attractive — feathery and delicate — and the umbrella-shaped blooms of bright yellow flowers that come in summer serve as miniature landing pads for pollinators. Every part of fennel, root to leaf to pollen to fruit, is infused with the varying levels of its iconic licorice flavor. Is fennel still good after […]

We decided to use 1 medium fennel bulb for our calculations. We then started preparing and slicing our sample and found it took about 2/3 of the fennel bulb to reach the 1 cup mark. The 1 cup of sliced fennel bulb weighed about 3 ounces (90 grams). How big is the average fennel bulb? […]

You can find this at Trader Joe’s ingredients include: Almonds, sesame seeds, fennel seeds, coriander, anise seeds, kosher salt! What is the taste of fennel seeds? Fennel seeds are a spice that grow from the flowering plant called fennel, part of the carrot family. What do fennel seeds taste like? The flavor of fennel is […]

If your grocery store carries fennel bulb, you should find it in the produce aisles, probably near the root vegetables. Check any specialty produce displays, too. Frequently, these are placed right where you enter the produce area. One thing to keep in mind is that fennel bulb may only be available on a seasonal basis. […]

How to Buy Fresh Fennel. You can find fennel at grocery stores or farmers’ markets when they’re in season in late winter. Is fennel sold in grocery stores? If your grocery store carries fennel bulb, you should find it in the produce aisles, probably near the root vegetables. Check any specialty produce displays, too. Frequently, […]

Best fennel substitute Celery (raw in salads) A good fennel substitute when it’s used raw? Yellow or white onion (fennel bulb that’s cooked) The best fennel substitute for cooked dishes like soups and stews? Leek (fennel bulb that’s cooked) Caraway seeds (fennel seed) Anise seeds (fennel seed) What is a good substitute for fennel bulb? […]

What’s in season: Known for its bright, licorice-like notes, fennel is normally in season during the cold months, from late winter through early spring. Fennel is a versatile vegetable; the bulb and stems can be enjoyed raw or cooked. What season is fennel available? In peak season from fall through early spring, why not dress […]

Organic Fennel Bulb at Whole Foods Market. Where do I find fennel bulbs in the grocery store? If your grocery store carries fennel bulb, you should find it in the produce aisles, probably near the root vegetables. Check any specialty produce displays, too. Frequently, these are placed right where you enter the produce area. One […]