50 DAYS
Anethum graveolens
A classic culinary herb prized for its fresh, distinctive flavour, especially famous for making dill pickles. Dill also adds brightness to soups, sauces, and boiled potatoes, making it a versatile and essential herb in the kitchen garden.
Size: Mature height reaches 24 to 36 in. with a spread of 12 to 18 in.
Yield: A bountiful supply of fresh leaves can be harvested throughout the season.
Taste: Dill has a refreshing, slightly tangy flavour that enhances various dishes, adding unique brightness.
How to use: Ideal for pickling, flavoring soups, sauces, or as a fresh garnish for potatoes and salads.
Planting tips: Sow in full sun with well-drained soil. Ideal conditions include direct sunlight for at least 5 hours a day. Dill flourishes in light, sandy soil with added peat moss or leaf mold for nutrients.
Harvest tips: Cut stems at the base when the foliage is lush and fresh. Regular harvesting encourages continued growth.
