Pruning Flowering Dill and Oregano for Continued Growth

Dill and oregano flowering = time to prune for leaf production.

Dill

• Cut all flower heads off.
• Leave 1+ leaf pairs per stem.
• New growth emerges from leaf axils.
• Allow some seeds to drop for volunteers.

Oregano

• Cut back hard: 1/3+ from tips, including flowers.
• Fast regrowth = more flavorful leaves.
• Overwinters well; returns next year.

General Rule

Prune 1/3 from top every 3 weeks all season. Prevents flowering, woodiness, extends harvest.