Dill Organic Seeds

Name: Dill Organic Seeds
Brand: McKenzie Seeds
Price: 3.79 CAD
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Anethum graveolens

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Get fresh, flavourful dill with our Dill Organic Seeds!

Very easy to grow. A must for all herb gardens. Tall plants are topped with clusters of tiny yellow flowers on the tips of an array of central stems. The fern-like leaves are very small but should be gathered for freezing and drying. Use the seeds and leaves too as a flavoring for fish, stews, vegetables, poultry, pickles, and salads.

SKU: 143582
Common Name: Dill
Botanical Name: Anethum graveolens

Growing Information

Safe
for Bees

Grows
Best In:

Full Sun

Days to
Germination:

7 - 21 days

Water
Needs:

Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2 in.) per week

Days to
Maturity:

70 days

Growing Height:

60-90 cm (24-36 in)

Key Features

Plant Type: Herb
Plant Lifecycle: Annual (plant every year)
Seed Type: Heirloom
Fill Weight (grams): 800 mg
Approximate Seed Count: 600-630
Characteristics: Attracts bees, butterflies, hummingbirds, and pollinators | Easy to grow
Planting Method: Direct Sow
Water Needs: Average 2.5-5 cm (1-2 in.) per week
Landscape Use: Edible Garden
Resistance: Deer
Flavour: Use fresh for a full dill taste
Preparation Ideas: The leaves are popular for seasoning, and seed clusters used for pickling.

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 in.) 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.

Planting Depth: 6 mm (1/4in.)
Seed Spacing: Sow dill seeds roughly 2.5 cm (1 in.) apart in rows, keeping rows approximately 30 cm (12 in.) apart.
Plant Spacing: 30 cm (12 in.)
Instructions for Nutrient Care: Apply SUPERThrive once per week. Soak in solution of 1/4 tsp per gal for 15 min. or longer depending on size and type.

Suggestions

When planting dill, choose a location that is sheltered from strong winds as the plant fts 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.