Peucedanum officinale
hog's fennel
An herbaceous perennial with an upright habit, reaching up to 2m. It has dark green, finely divided leaves that resemble blades of grass and umbels of greenish-yellow flowers from July to September. While the flowers are not notably fragrant, the roots emit a strong, sulphur-like scent
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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Yellow | Green | ||
| Autumn | Green | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full shade
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Apiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- Yes
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy, Clump forming, Columnar upright
- Genus
Peucedanum are predominantly herbaceous perennials, shrubs or rarely trees, with compound pinnate leaves and umbels of white, yellow or occasionally pink flowers
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, moist but well-drained soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by seed, sown in a cold frame in autumn for germination in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
Pruning
No pruning required; deadhead after flowering if seed is not required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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