Growing Dill in Zone 2A

Dill is an easy, self-seeding herb essential for pickles, fish, and potato dishes.

Zone 2A has a short growing season — start seeds indoors when possible and use season-extending techniques like cold frames and row covers.

Top Growing Tips

• Direct sow — dill doesn’t transplant well due to its taproot
• Will self-seed and come back year after year
• Harvest leaves (dill weed) before flowers appear for best flavor
• Let some plants flower for seeds and to attract beneficial insects
• Fernleaf variety stays compact and is great for containers

Companion Planting

Good companions: cabbage, onions, lettuce, cucumbers

Avoid planting near: carrots (cross-pollination risk), tomatoes

Harvest Timeline

40-60 days for leaves; 85 days for seed heads

About Zone 2A

USDA Hardiness Zone 2A has an average last spring frost around May 30 and first fall frost around Sep 1. All planting dates above are calculated from these frost dates. Your specific location may vary — check with your local extension office for the most accurate dates.