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Fernleaf Dill

Scientific Name: Anethum graveolens 'Fernleaf'

Also Known As

  • Dill

Plant type

herb, annual / biennial

size

  • H: 12"-24"
  • W: 12"-15"

planting zones

  • 1-12

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Fernleaf Dill plant details

Fernleaf Dill is a fast-growing broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial herb with green foliage. In fall and summer chartreuse flowers emerge followed by green fruit. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Fernleaf Dill

Plant type: annual / biennial herb
Plant family: apiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 12 IN - 15 IN - wide, 12 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in fall and summer
Uses: border plant, cottage garden, culinary

GROWING CONDITIONS for Fernleaf Dill

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular
Resistant to: deer and rabbit
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Dark green, ferny foliage has great flavour useful in vinegars, pickles, sauces and fish dishes. Use it fresh or freeze it for future use. The unique foliage texture makes this culinary herb useful in the perennial border as well as the herb garden. Dill attracts beneficial insects.
A rapid growing annual herb. Seeds used in dill pickles, sauerkraut, apple pie. Leaves used for fish, meats, potatoes, soups.

Gardening facts about Fernleaf Dill plant

How to Grow Fernleaf Dill

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
  • Water Needs

    • regular
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Fruit

    • green
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous
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