Florence fennel 'Sirlo'

Try to plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to water moderately. Keep in mind when planting that Sirlo is thought of as hardy, so this plant will survive close to or on freezing temperatures. Sirlo requires a soil ph of 6.1 - 7.8 meaning it does best in weakly acidic soil - weakly alkaline soil.

Try to aim for a seed spacing of at least 0.98 inches (2.5 cm) and sow at a depth of around 0.25 inches (0.64 cm).

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Sirlo is a hardy plant.