F1 Rondo

F1 Rondo Florence Fennel 
A refined Italian favourite with both flavour and flair! F1 Rondo is a Florence fennel — the type grown for its broad, rounded bulb rather than just its leaves. It has pale green, celery-like stems, feathery foliage, and a mild aniseed sweetness that perfectly complements fish and Mediterranean dishes. The whole plant is edible: the bulbs and stems are delicious raw in salads or braised in casseroles, while the soft, fern-like leaves add a fresh, aromatic touch to your cooking. Beautiful to look at and bursting with flavour, it’s a must-have for any kitchen garden.

Harvest
Ready to harvest when bulbs reach tennis-ball size — typically within 12–14 weeks after planting.

Growing Instructions

• Spacing: Plant 20–30cm apart in fertile, well-drained soil enriched with organic matter.

• Positioning: Choose a sunny, sheltered spot for best growth.

• Watering: Keep soil consistently moist but not waterlogged.

• Care: Gradually mound soil around the bulbs to keep them pale and tender. Remove seed stalks to focus growth on the bulbs.

Top Tips

• Harvest Smart: Cut bulbs cleanly just above the ground — plants often reshoot, giving you a second flush of fragrant foliage.

• Flavour Boost: The feathery leaves are perfect for garnishing fish, chicken, or roasted vegetables.

• Continuous Crop: Sow or plant every few weeks for a steady harvest through summer and early autumn.

• Cooking Tip: Slice bulbs thin for crisp salads, or roast gently to bring out their nutty, caramelised sweetness.