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Dill (Anethum graveolens): Culinary Herb with Airy Yellow Umbels

Dill (Anethum graveolens) is grown for its culinary leaves and seeds. Its distinctive ferny, blue-green, aromatic foliage and airy yellow umbels make it a nice companion in mixed borders. Provides food for butterfly larvae and attracts beneficial insects.

Care

  • Light: Full sun.
  • Soil: Fertile, well-drained.
  • Shelter from strong winds.
  • Self-sows prolifically.

Propagation & Problems

Sow seed in situ in succession for longer show. Cercosporidium leaf spot, fungal leaf and root diseases.

Quick Reference

Height1–3 ft.
Spread6–12 in.
Growth HabitClumps
Growth PaceFast
LightFull Sun
MoistureDry to Medium
MaintenanceModerate
FeaturesAttracts butterflies, fragrant foliage, self-seeds, showy flowers, showy foliage, showy seed heads
Bloom TimeSummer
Flower ColorYellow
UsesBeds, Borders, Cut Flower
StyleCottage Garden, Herb Garden
TypeAnnuals

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