{"product_id":"fennel-smokey-bronze","title":"‘Smokey Bronze Fennel’ Butterfly Herb Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003eFennel Smokey Bronze is a striking heirloom variety known for its delicate flavor and unique ornamental appeal. The finely divided, feathery foliage boasts a stunning bronze-purple hue, adding a touch of elegance to both gardens and culinary dishes. This versatile herb offers a subtle anise flavor that enhances a wide range of recipes, from salads and soups to roasted vegetables and fish dishes. Its edible seeds, prized for their warm, licorice-like aroma, are a favorite in baking and spice blends.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eVariety Details\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eGrowth habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Upright\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrop category:\u003c\/strong\u003e Herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eKitchen profile:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fennel Smokey Bronze is a striking heirloom variety known for its delicate flavor and unique ornamental appeal.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded feature:\u003c\/strong\u003e Container Compatible\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eProduct format:\u003c\/strong\u003e Seed packet\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Growing\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full Sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting season:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eStarting location:\u003c\/strong\u003e Direct Sow or Start Indoors \u0026amp; Transplant\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded soil pH:\u003c\/strong\u003e 5.1 - 5.5 or 5.6 - 6.0 or 6.1 - 6.5 or 6.6 - 7.0 or 7.1 - 7.5 or 7.6 - 8.0\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRecorded USDA zones:\u003c\/strong\u003e 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eMatch ‘Smokey Bronze Fennel’ Butterfly Herb to the light, soil, and temperature information recorded for the species. Some herbs are direct sown, while others benefit from a protected start or species-specific pretreatment, so retain the packet for reference. Keep seed media from drying during establishment without leaving it saturated. Once plants are growing, harvest modestly so foliage remains for continued development. Assign perennial herbs a long-term location, and consider containers for species with a spreading habit.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eUse a dated label for ‘Smokey Bronze Fennel’ Butterfly Herb and compare actual emergence, growth, and harvest or bloom timing with the ranges in the current record. Local soil, temperature, light, moisture, and planting date can shift results. Keep observations with the remaining packet so the next sowing can be adjusted without replacing product-specific measurements with a universal calendar.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eExplore related options in our \u003ca href=\"\/collections\/herb-seeds\"\u003eHerb Seeds\u003c\/a\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Renee's Garden","offers":[{"title":"Default Title","offer_id":41569379811441,"sku":"SWF5235","price":3.39,"currency_code":"USD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0061\/1391\/9089\/files\/SWF5621.jpg?v=1747080238","url":"https:\/\/www.groworganic.mom\/products\/fennel-smokey-bronze","provider":"Grow Organic","version":"1.0","type":"link"}