A dark green late bolting dill. Grown for its abundant foliage, which is perfect for salad use. Can also be grown out for seed to season various condiments. Very good, strong, yet mellow flavor. Sweetly aromatic, never bitter or too pungent. Excellent fresh or dried.
Grow in containers or in a garden bed. A perfect addition to your herb garden!
SKU: 134593
Common Name: Dill
Botanical Name: Anethum graveolens
Growing Information
Grows Best In:
Full Sun
Days to Germination:
7 - 21 days
Water Needs:
Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Days to Maturity:
45 days
Key Features
Plant Type: Herb
Plant Lifecycle: Annual
Fill Weight (grams): 500 mg
Approximate Seed Count: 350-375
Characteristics: Attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and pollinators | Easy to grow
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Color: Green
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2") per week
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
Resistance: Deer
Flavor: The sweetest of dill varieties
Preparation Ideas: Sprinkle on fresh slices tomatoes or cucumbers. Pairs wonderfully with baked salmon.
Instructions
Growing Instructions:
Dill does not transplant well and seeds should be sown directly into the garden when the soil is warm and all danger of frost is passed. Soil temperature (not air temperature) should be warmer than 15°C (60°F) for seeds to germinate. Planting at a lower temperature will delay germination. Choose a location that receives 6 to 8 hours of sunlight daily. Space seeds and plant to the depth indicated below. Press seeds into the soil to ensure good contact and cover with 6 mm (1/4") of soil. After planting, water the seeds with a gentle mist or shower. A hard spray can wash soil away, dislodge seeds and clump them together. It is critical to keep the soil consistently moist, but not soggy during germination. Do not let the soil dry out, as young plants have underdeveloped roots and can quickly dehydrate, particularly in windy conditions.
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Planting Depth: 6 mm (1/4")
Seed Spacing: Sow dill seeds roughly 2.5 cm (1") apart in rows, keeping rows approximately 30 cm (12") apart.
Plant Spacing: 30 cm (12")
Instructions for Nutrient Care:
Feed plants SUPERthrive once per week. Mix 1.2 ml (1/4 tsp) per 4L (1 gallon) of water in a watering can and apply solution to the base of the plants.
Suggestions
Growing Suggestions:
When planting dill, choose a location that is sheltered from strong winds as the plant's tall foliage can easily get knocked over.
If you’re planting dill for pickling, succession plant seeds every few weeks until midsummer to ensure a constant supply into fall.
If you are interested in harvesting dill leaves only and not the flowers or seeds, it is recommended to cut back any flower stalks that begin to form. This will allow the plants to focus their energy on producing fresh new leaves. By delaying the flowering process, you can prolong the leaf cropping season.
To harvest the seeds, wait until the flower turns brown and the seeds turn from green to tan. Cut off the head and hang it upside down in a dry and warm place to complete the maturing process. Once the seeds are ready, put the whole flower head in a paper bag. Shake the head vigorously into the bag, collecting the small oval seeds. These pungent seeds are great for canning and pickling.