Nova Sem Seeds - Dill

Dill (Anethum graveolens) is an annual aromatic plant of the Apiaceae family, with fine, thread-like, highly fragrant leaves. The fresh leaves flavour soups, salads, sauces and pickles, while the seeds are used in preserving. The plant grows quickly, prefers sun and fertile soils, and flowers in decorative yellow umbels. It has digestive properties and is also used in calming teas. Dill is one of the best-loved herbs in Romanian cooking.

How to grow

• Sowing method: Direct in the ground, where it will grow

• Transplanting: No — sown directly

• Where it grows: Open ground · Pot min. 3 L · Balcony · Window box

Growing data

• Botanical name: Anethum graveolens
• Family: Apiaceae
• Source / line: Novasem
• Seed type: Standard
• Quantity: 3 g
• Exposure: Sun
• Soil: Fertile, well drained
• Water needs: Moderate watering
• Sowing depth: 1 cm
• Spacing between plants: 20 cm

• Row spacing: 25 cm

• Thin to: 15 cm

• Germination: 10–14 days at 15–18 °C
• From sowing to harvest: 60-90 days
• Height: 60-120 cm
• Product code: NV504

Companion planting

• Good companions: Cabbage, cucumber, onion
• Avoid planting near: Carrot, tomato

Tips

• Sow in place: the taproot does not take repotting.

• Sow every 3 weeks for leaves all season.