Dill Growing Guide
Anethum graveolens
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Crop Rotation Group
Umbelliferae (Carrot and root family) ●
Soil
Average, well-drained soil amended with compost.
Position
Full sun.
Frost tolerant
Seedlings may need protection from light frosts. Cannot tolerate hard freezes.
Feeding
Drench with a liquid organic fertilizer when plants are 4 inches tall.
Spacing
Single Plants: 7" (20cm) each way (minimum)
Rows: 5" (15cm) with 9" (25cm) row gap (minimum)
Sow and Plant
Start seeds indoors in individual containers, or sow seeds outdoors half an inch deep and 2 inches apart. Gradually thin seedlings to proper spacing, and eat your thinnings. Older seedlings are difficult to transplant successfully.
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Notes
Young dill leaves are the herb known as dill weed. Dill flowers and seeds are used in making breads and pickles.
Harvesting
Gather and dry leaves when plants are 10 inches tall. Use a paper bag to harvest seeds when they change from green to tan and fall freely from their umbels.
Troubleshooting
Large plants may be blown over by gusty storms. Stake if necessary.
Planting and Harvesting Calendar
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