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Dill

Anethum graveolens

INTRODUCTION

Dill is a popular herb in many European and Asian dishes.

As a herb, dill is commonly used to elevate the flavour of various dishes but is often paired with fish, in particular salmon, or potatoes.

As well as its culinary and medicinal uses, it is also a beautiful ornamental plant having a yellow flower during summer. lf dill is allowed to flower, it acts as a highly desirable source of food for bees and many other garden pollinators.

Soil Preparation

Dill can be grown in pots, but improved harvests will be obtained when grown on the plot.

Dill has a large root system and containing it in a pot may cause the crop to bolt.

Dill is a relatively straightforward crop to grow but good soil preparation is essential for the best results.

The growing site should be in a sunny position with organic material added well in advance of sowing.

The ground should be light, fertile, free-draining and stone free. 

Sowing & Planting

Dill can be sown from spring until late summer.

The seed should be sown directly into the growing position. Germination will take between 10-14 days.

You may find that if left to flower, dill will self-seed and produce new plants the following season which can be transplanted.

Seed can also be sown in pots or modules for planting out if you prefer.

Growing & General Cultivation

Dill is an undemanding crop to grow. Keep weed free and don't allow it to set seed unless you require new plants next season.

Feeding should not be necessary.

Cut crops to the ground in autumn as the foliage starts to die down.

Pests & Diseases

Dill should remain pest and disease free. 

Slugs and Snails may be a problem for seedlings and young plants. For remedies - see product directory.

Harvesting

Cut foliage as required. For the best results, always use fresh dill if possible.

Dill can be frozen and can be dried for later use.

In autumn, seeds can be harvested for use in the kitchen.

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