It produces large quantities of seeds that spread easily, potentially crowding out other plants. This makes management a key consideration when introducing fennel into your garden. Fennel's entire ...

It also attracts other beneficial insects to the garden. Meredith recommends ... the seeds to set and ripen. Replant the seeds and also use dried fennel seeds in minute amounts as a spice.

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