Dill
Anethum graveolens · Dills · Carrot family
Easy40–80cmPet-friendlyEdible
Dill care at a glance
Dill (Anethum graveolens) needs a moderate amount of water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 15–21 °C.
- Water need
- Medium
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Moist
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 15–21 °C
- Life cycle
- Annual
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Dill
Possible pests on Dill include Slugs and snails and Aphids. A common disease is Phytophthora root and crown rot. Also possible: Powdery mildew. Dill is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Slugs and snails Medium
Disease
- Phytophthora root and crown rot High
- Powdery mildew Medium
Weather
- Bolting High
- Wind damage Medium
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Frequently asked questions about Dill
- Which pests affect Dill?
- Possible pests on Dill include Slugs and snails and Aphids.
- Which diseases affect Dill?
- A common disease is Phytophthora root and crown rot. Also possible: Powdery mildew.
- Is Dill toxic to cats and dogs?
- Dill is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Dill need?
- Dill has a moderate water requirement.
- What light does Dill need?
- Dill prefers to grow in full sun. Around 6 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Dill frost-hardy?
- Dill is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -10 °C.
- Can you eat Dill?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves, flowers and seeds.