For a lovely annual herb, try growing dill. With feathery fronds that bloom in frilly umbrellas of bright greens and yellows, dill is delicious in salad greens and with fish, and it's a lovely and prolific addition to any herb garden.
Growing Dill
Sowing Guide |
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| When to sow indoors | Only sow indoors if growing indoors; does not transplant well |
| When to sow outdoors |
Cool areas: early spring to midsummer Warm areas: late summer to fall Sow every few weeks for continuous harvest |
| Seed depth | 1/8" |
| Germination soil temperature | 60° – 70°F |
| Germination length | 7-21 days |
| When to transplant | Not recommended |
| Varieties |
Dukat (flavorful, slow to bolt) Fernleaf (good for small spaces) Vierling (nice cut flower) |
Growing Guide |
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| pH range | 5.5 – 6.5 |
| Soil temperature | 60° – 80°F |
| Spacing | 6" – 8" |
| Watering | Heavy |
| Light | Full sun |
| Nutrient requirements |
N = high P = high K = high |
| Fertilizer schedule | Not needed in rich soil |
| When to harvest |
Whenever leaves are large enough to use |
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