Elevate your herb garden with Brown Dill, a flavorful and aromatic herb known for its delicate feathery foliage and aromatic seeds. These premium non-GMO seeds produce strong, hardy plants ideal for culinary use, such as pickling, soups, and salads, as well as for attracting pollinators to your garden. Brown Dill is a versatile herb that thrives in a variety of climates, making it perfect for home gardeners who enjoy fresh herbs all season long.
Features
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Aromatic Herb: Perfect for culinary uses, especially pickling, soups, and dressings.
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Pollinator Friendly: Attracts beneficial insects like bees and butterflies.
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Easy to Grow: Thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
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Dual Purpose: Can be used for both fresh dill leaves and dill seed production.
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Non-GMO & Heirloom Quality: Naturally sourced seeds for reliable, chemical-free growth.
Specifications
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Common Name: Brown Dill
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Scientific Name: Anethum graveolens
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Plant Type: Annual herb
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Growth Habit: Upright, bushy plant with feathery foliage
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USDA Hardiness Zones: 3–9
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Season: Warm season; spring and early summer planting
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Sun Exposure: Full sun
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Soil Type: Well-drained, slightly acidic to neutral soil
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Soil pH: 6.0–7.0
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Water Needs: Moderate; keep soil consistently moist
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Plant Height: 18–24 inches tall
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Spacing: 12–18 inches apart
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Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
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Germination Time: 7–14 days
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Days to Maturity: 70–90 days
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Non-GMO: Yes
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Heirloom Variety: Yes
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Perennial: No (annual)
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Uses: Culinary (pickles, salads, soups), medicinal, ornamental, pollinator garden
Planting Guide
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Prepare Soil: Dill prefers well-drained, moderately fertile soil. Loosen soil and remove weeds.
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Sowing Seeds: Plant seeds directly outdoors in spring or early summer, about 1/4 inch deep.
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Watering: Keep soil moist until seedlings emerge; avoid overwatering once plants are established.
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Sunlight: Dill requires full sun for optimal growth.
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Thinning: Thin seedlings to 12–18 inches apart for healthy growth and air circulation.
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Harvesting: Harvest dill leaves regularly for fresh use. For seeds, allow flower heads to mature and dry before collecting.
