Dense, frilly and fine-textured, green leaves. Easy to grow and great for containers and in dressings and many dishes. Flower heads dry well and can be used in flower arrangements. Great for beds and containers.
Anethum graveolens 'Fernleaf'
Dill
Photo courtesy of Prides Corner Farms
- Dense plants with fine, frilly leaves
- Leaves can be used in salad greens, cooked vegetables or in salad dressing
- Flower heads are generally used for canning
Border or Bed
Container
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Dried Flower/ Foliage
Edible
Fragrant
Deer Resistant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers full sun and well-drained soil with organic matter. Keep plants watered in dry weather. Foliage can be harvested when plants are 6 to 8 inches tall and seeds are ripe when they turn from green to brown. Removing flower stalks extends the plants foliage producing time.
Height: 24-36 in
Spread: 10-14 in
Spacing: 10-14 in
Price Level 1: $5.49 ea.~4 ½” pot
Bloom Color:
Zone: 8-11
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Container
- Edible
- Fragrant
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Summer Bloomer
- Border or Bed
- Dried Flower/ Foliage
Critter Resistance:
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Fall
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water