Astydamia latifolia
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Astydamia latifolia

Canary sea fennel

Tier 2 Difficulty: medium Water: low Light: full_sun
Temperature
20–37 °C
Soil pH
6–8
Hardiness
Zone 9–11
Click count
21
Observations
204

Care Guide

💧 Water

Canary sea fennel thrives in coastal environments where there is consistent moisture. It benefits greatly from regular mist and sea spray. To ensure its healthy growth, it should be watered twice a week. This plant is resilient to salt, making it an excellent choice for coastal gardens, as it can tolerate saline soils and natural rainfall.

☀️ Light Full sun

Canary sea fennel is native to bright, open areas and thrives in full sun. It can tolerate partial sun but prefers direct sunlight for optimal growth. This annual and biennial plant is known for its sun-loving nature.

Ideal: Full sun
🌡️ Temperature 20–37.8°C

Canary sea fennel can tolerate a wide range of temperatures, although its distribution may still be restricted by various combinations of moisture and heat. It grows best in warm summer climates with sufficient rainfall or watering. Extended periods of cloudy, wet weather or sustained high temperatures can raise the chance of Canary sea fennel dying. In winter, protecting it from cold can boost its survival rate.

Ideal temperature: 20–37.8°C
💨 Humidity
Humidity:
🪴 Soil 6-8
Soil pH: 6-8
🌱 Fertilizer

When most of the Canary sea fennel's flowers have opened to full size, resume fertilizing. Around the peak flowering period, feed it once every three to four weeks, weather permitting. After the plant begins to produce fewer new blooms, stop fertilizing; there is no need to feed it when it can no longer set more flowers.

🪴 Pot & Repot
✂️ Pruning

Canary sea fennel, which has broad, fleshy leaves and a pleasant aroma, benefits greatly from pruning in early spring. By removing dead stems, you encourage healthy growth, better air circulation, and increased sunlight exposure. Pruning at the right time boosts the plant's vigor, prevents it from becoming leggy, and aligns with its natural growth cycle, enhancing both its health and beauty.

🌿 Propagating
🐛 Diseases & pets
☠️ Toxicity

Characteristics

Plant Type
Herb
Life Cycle
Annual
Genus
Astydamia
Family
Apiaceae
Hardiness Zone
9-11
Mature Height
30 cm to 61 cm
Mature Spread
40 cm to 76 cm
Leaf Color
Dark Green, Sea Green
Leaf Type
Semi-evergreen
Flower Color
White, Yellow
Flower Size
0.25 cm to 0.51 cm
Bloom Time
Mid spring, Late spring, Early summer
Planting Time
Spring, Summer, Autumn
Harvest Time
Mid summer, Late summer, Early fall
Native Area
Morocco

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Common Names (1)

en Canary sea fennel