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Fennel

  Q    
How can I prevent my Florence fennel from bolting?
       
  A    

If seed is sown too soon, the plant/s is inclined to bolt so sow later, say June / July,

 

Sow the seed in small pots or modules then when the plants are large enough, plant them in their permanent positions.

 

Checks to growth, such as a lack of water or fluctuating temperature can also cause bolting.

       

 

 

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