Ferula communis
A Mediterranean perennial that grows mainly over winter,dying down in summer if it is dry. The foliage is similar to garden fennel but does not smell. In late spring 2-3m tall flower spikes grow quickly from the stemless plants. Flowers are a bright yellow but smell unpleasant. Useful for its frost tolerant winter growth and spectacular flower stalks.
The lime-green leaves and soft fragrant-free foliage are great for borders that are brushed against. Prefers sun but can survive under trees. Culinary uses of this species are not safe and poisoning may occur
Approximate minimum seed count per pack
30 seeds/packet
Germination
Seeds are large and will only germinate within the 10-15°C
range. Seedlings can be started in pots but need to be
planted out once they get their second leaf because they
grow a very long taproot. Direct sowing gives good results if
sown in late autumn into early spring. Seeds sown in
summer will remain viable until the following autumn.