Compact, bushy, and bursting with flavor!
Fernleaf Dill is a tidy little herb with finely textured leaves and a sweet, mild flavor. Perfect for patios, containers, and windowsills, this dwarf variety brings big dill taste in a small, manageable package, ideal for fresh garnishes and microgreens.
Variety: Fernleaf Dill (Anethum graveolens)
Growth Habit: Dwarf annual herb
Height: 12–18 inches
Flavor Profile: Mild, sweet, and aromatic
Color: Deep green, fern-like leaves
Planting Conditions: Direct sow or transplant in full sun; thrives in well-drained soil
Harvest Timeline: Leaves ready in 40–50 days
Uses: Garnishes, dips, seafood, microgreens, and container gardening
Fun Fact: Fernleaf Dill won the All-America Selections award for its compact growth and ornamental appeal, perfect for small-space gardens!
Fernleaf Dill is a favorite for gardeners short on space but big on flavor. Its bushy growth makes it ideal for pots, raised beds, and sunny windowsills. Snip the tender leaves for fresh use in dips, dressings, and seafood dishes, or grow it as microgreens for a quick burst of dill flavor in just days.
To Full Size
🌞 Choose a Sunny Spot: Full sun with well-drained soil.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Sow ¼ inch deep, spacing seeds 8–10 inches apart.
💧 Water Regularly: Keep soil evenly moist, especially during early growth.
🌿 Thin and Maintain: Thin to 10–12 inches apart for bushy plants.
✂️ Harvest: Snip leaves as needed once plants are established. For seeds, allow flower heads to mature and dry.
For Microgreens
🪴 Prepare a Tray: Use a shallow tray with moist seed-starting mix.
🌱 Sow the Seeds: Scatter evenly and press gently into the surface.
💧 Mist Daily: Keep moist until germination.
☀️ Provide Light: Place in a sunny window or under grow lights.
✂️ Harvest: Snip at 10–14 days when greens are fragrant and feathery.
