Direct sow after last frost; self-seeds readily. Attracts beneficial insects
Select your zone to highlight your exact planting dates. Dates are calculated from each zone's average frost dates.
| Zone | Last Frost | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 2A | May 30 | — | — | May 16 |
| Zone 3B | May 15 | — | — | May 1 |
| Zone 4A | May 8 | — | — | Apr 24 |
| Zone 4B | May 1 | — | — | Apr 17 |
| Zone 5A | Apr 25 | — | — | Apr 11 |
| Zone 5B | Apr 18 | — | — | Apr 4 |
| Zone 6A | Apr 21 | — | — | Apr 7 |
| Zone 6B | Apr 10 | — | — | Mar 27 |
| Zone 7A | Apr 5 | — | — | Mar 22 |
| Zone 7B | Mar 28 | — | — | Mar 14 |
| Zone 8A | Mar 20 | — | — | Mar 6 |
| Zone 8B | Mar 12 | — | — | Feb 26 |
| Zone 9A | Feb 28 | — | — | Feb 14 |
| Zone 9B | Feb 15 | — | — | Feb 1 |
| Zone 10A | Feb 1 | — | — | Jan 18 |
| Zone 10B | Jan 15 | — | — | Jan 1 |
| Zone 11A | Jan 1 | — | — | Dec 18 |
Dill is an easy, self-seeding herb essential for pickles, fish, and potato dishes.
Good companions: cabbage, onions, lettuce, cucumbers
Avoid planting near: carrots (cross-pollination risk), tomatoes
40-60 days for leaves; 85 days for seed heads