Herbs
Anethum graveolens
Dill
An upright annual with fine, feathery foliage and broad yellow flower clusters. It also serves as a host plant for black swallowtail caterpillars. Sow in successive batches for a longer harvest.
At a glance
- Sun
- Full sun
- Mature size
- 3–5 ft. tall × 2–3 ft. wide
- Water
- Consistent moisture; well-drained soil
- Bloom
- Yellow; summer
- Life cycle
- Annual
Sizes & prices
- 3.5''$4.99
Catalog updated September 8, 2026. This is not a live stock count; please call to confirm availability and price.
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Resistance & tolerances
- Wet soil
- Needs drainage; excess water encourages weak, floppy stems.
- Dry spells
- Water consistently to support growth and delay bolting.
Pollinators & wildlife
- Beneficial insects
- Attracted to flowers
- Caterpillar host
- Black swallowtail
Culinary uses
- Edible parts
- Leaves (dill weed), flowers and seeds.
- Try in
- Pickles, fish, soups, salads and herb butter.
- Seed harvest
- Collect when stems dry and seeds turn golden brown.
Seasonal interest
- Form
- Upright annual with feathery leaves.
Growing & care
- Roots
- Long taproot dislikes transplanting.
- Support
- Shelter from strong winds; support tall stems if needed.
Shelter tall stems from strong winds and support if needed. Use deep containers for its roots. Size varies with selection and growing conditions.
Sources & photo credits
Image notes: Dill foliage detail. species photo; uncropped.
Reviewed September 15, 2026. Growing conditions vary by location.