Anethum, Dill, Leafy Diana, ~ 1323 seeds
- Sun Preference
- Full-Sun
- Bloom or Harvest Time
- Summer, Fall
Description
Anethum graveolens
A butterfly & bee favorite when left to flower!
Heirloom dill's feathery blue-green leaves have a fine aromatic scent that is delicious in green salads, eggs & with potatoes or rice. Blossoms bring butterflies to the garden.
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Details
Plant In: March – Aug.
Sun/Shade: Full sun
Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
Sow Seeds: 1–2 inches
Days To Germinate: 7 –14 days
Mature Height: 1 – 2 feet
EASIEST TO PLANT OUTDOORS
In early spring, sow dill seed directly into well-drained garden soil 1 to 2 inches apart in rows 6 inches apart in full sun and cover seeds 1/4 inch deep. Make small sowings every few weeks to have successive harvests of fresh leaves. Keep seed bed evenly moist while awaiting germination in 7 to 14 days.
TO START INDOORS
Sow dill seed thinly in individual pots of seed starting mix. Cover 1/4 inch deep and keep moist as seedlings emerge in 7 to 14 days. Provide a good light source. Transplant when seedlings are about 2 inches tall after gradually acclimating to outdoor conditions. Don’t let seedlings get crowded before planting outside.
THIN OR TRANSPLANT
Space groups of 2 or 3 seedlings about 4 inches apart when seedlings are large enough to handle.
GROWING NOTES
Keep plants well watered and thinned; crowded seedlings won’t make the lush growth desired for fresh leaf harvests and will form seed heads too early. Make several successive sowings for plenty of leafy dill fronds followed by seed heads to use for pickles and other savory dishes.
More Information
Brand | Renee's Garden |
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Seed Packet Type | Organic Herbs |
Common Family Name | Dill |
Sun Preference | Full-Sun |
Bloom or Harvest Time | Summer, Fall |
Plant Life Cycle | Annual |
Spacing in Row | 1-2" thin/transplant 4" |
Planting Depth | 1/4" |
Days to Germination | 7-14 days |