Foeniculum vulgare 75 days. Preludio's delicately sweet, light licorice flavor is a refreshing change of pace from the standard heavy root veggies from the winter garden. An early maturing fennel, the pristine white bulbs are stout with tender hearts and strong tops. The plants are bolt resistant and remain in prime harvest condition in the field for an extended period. We love this variety oven-roasted, topped with a sprinkle of balsamic vinegar. If you have seed left over from your fall planting, sow it in spring, as Preludio performs spectacularly in the summer, too.