Compact Aromatic Herb: Fernleaf Dill

Fernleaf Dill (Anethum graveolens), offered by OSC Seeds

Fernleaf Dill is a finely textured annual herb with foliage reminiscent of a fern. Perfect for gardens and containers, this compact variety grows to a height of 12 inches, ideal for those cultivating dill primarily for its leaves. Its ecological benefits include attracting butterflies, adding functional beauty to your garden.

Spread: 68 inches
Plant height: 12 inches
Packet size: Approximately 75 seeds
Companion plants: Carrots, cucumbers, onions
Enemy plants: Fennel

How to grow:
Direct sow in full sun at a depth of 1/4 inch, spacing seeds 1 inch apart, from mid-April to mid-July. To extend the harvest, sow every two to three weeks. Thin mature plants to 6 inches apart. Dill seeds require light for germination, which occurs within 7 to 14 days. Harvest seeds when flower heads turn brown by cutting and hanging them to dry.

Fernleaf Dill is perfect for fresh herbs, enhancing natural flavor in containers and vegetable gardens while supporting butterfly populations.