Bronze Foliage with Anise Flavor for Culinary and Ornamental Use
Dragon Fennel displays striking bronze-purple feathery foliage with sweet anise-licorice flavor. This ornamental perennial reaches 36-48 inches with an upright, dramatic habit. Produces yellow umbel flowers in summer and aromatic leaves year-round. Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. Harvest fresh leaves for fish, salads, and teas, or collect seeds for culinary use.
Key Features
Bronze-purple foliage – Striking color for ornamental appeal
Sweet anise-licorice flavor – Aromatic leaves and seeds
Tall upright habit – 36-48 inches tall, dramatic focal point
Feathery texture – Fine foliage adds visual interest
Yellow umbel flowers – Attractive summer blooms
Dual purpose – Culinary and ornamental use
Growing Tips
Plant in full sun in well-drained soil. Space plants 18-24 inches apart. Water regularly until established, then moderately drought tolerant. Harvest leaves as needed. Allow flowers to mature for seed harvest. May self-seed. Perennial in zones 5-9, or treat as annual.
Container Size: 4" Pot Mature Size: 36-48" tall, 18-24" wide Light: Full sun Water: Moderate, drought tolerant once established Hardiness: Perennial zones 5-9, or annual Special Feature: Bronze foliage, anise flavor, ornamental and culinary
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