Both the feathery leaves and seeds can be used in the kitchen to impart an aromatic sweetness to a wide variety of dishes. Attractive used as border edging or in pots. Culinary: Use the leaves to flavour fish dishes, especially Salmon, for which it is unbeatable, vegetables, potatoes, sauces and mustards. Add just before cooking is complete. Use the seeds in pickling and to flavourcoleslaw, white meats and stews.

How to Sow Seeds

Growing notes: Sow 1/4'' (5mm) deep in the growing position in a sunny and sheltered spot. Can be sown indoors all year round as windowsill herbs.
Harvest: All year round as required.

When to Plant

General: The best time to plant dill seeds is from spring through to autumn. Dill grows best in mild to warm conditions and can be sown successively to provide a steady supply of fresh leaves throughout the growing season.

Growing Needs

Sunlight: Full sun
Water requirement: Moderate

Plant Characteristics

Suitable for small spaces: Yes
Suitable for pots / containers: Yes
Easy to grow: Yes