Dill Growing Guide

Anethum graveolens

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.

Feeding

Drench with a liquid organic fertiliser when plants are 10cm (4 in) tall.

Spacing

Single Plants: 20cm (7") each way (minimum)
Rows: 15cm (5") with 25cm (9") row gap (minimum)

Sow and Plant

Start seeds indoors in individual containers, or sow seeds outdoors 1cm (half an inch) deep and 5cm (2 in) apart. Gradually thin seedlings to proper spacing, and eat your thinnings. Older seedlings are difficult to transplant successfully.
Our Garden Planner can produce a personalised calendar of when to sow, plant and harvest for your area.

Notes

Dill flowers and seeds are used in making breads and pickles.

Harvesting

Gather and dry leaves when plants are 25cm (10 in) tall. Use a paper bag to harvest seeds when they change from green to tan and fall freely from their umbels.