Plant Growth and Care : 

1. Sunlight: Dill thrives in full sunlight, requiring at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily for healthy growth and strong flavor.

2. Sowing: Sow seeds ¼ inch deep directly in the garden or pots, as dill does not transplant well due to its delicate roots. Space plants about 16 inches apart to give them room to grow. Successive sowing every 2–3 weeks ensures a continuous supply of fresh leaves.

3. Temperature: Seeds germinate best in a temperature range of 15–21°C, making it suitable for India’s cool season (October–February) and early monsoon sowing in irrigated areas.

4. Germination Time: Expect seedlings to emerge within 10–15 days under ideal conditions.

5. Soil: Dill prefers well-drained loamy or sandy soil rich in organic matter. Soil pH between 5.5–7.5 supports best growth.

6. Watering: Keep the soil consistently moist, especially during germination and early growth stages, but avoid overwatering or waterlogging. Mulching around plants can help retain soil moisture.

7. Fertilization: Apply a light dose of organic compost or balanced fertilizer every 3–4 weeks to encourage lush green foliage and healthy seed production.

8. Maintenance: Remove weeds regularly to prevent competition for nutrients. Thin seedlings if overcrowded to maintain airflow and reduce the risk of fungal issues.

9. Harvesting: Tender leaves can be harvested from 40–50 days after sowing, while seeds mature in 90–100 days for culinary and medicinal use.

Harvest Tips: Pick dill leaves when the plant is green and mature for fresh use. For pickles or other recipes, harvest just before the flowers open.

Uses of Dill Herb : 

• Adds a fresh, aromatic flavor to salads, soups, chicken, marinades, smoothies, pickles, and even popcorn
• Can be used fresh from the garden or dried for later use
• Attracts beneficial insects, bees, and butterflies, improving pollination and natural pest control

Names of Dill Plant Herbs 

Scientific Name : Anethum graveolens

Common Names : Dill , Anethum , Indian Dill , Shepu , Sholpa , Sabbasige Soppu , Lao coriander / Lao dill (in some regions)

Indian Regional Names :  सोआ (Sowa) / शोप (Shop) ,  शेपू (Shepu) , સુવા (Suva) , ਸੋਆ (Sowa) , শুলফা (Shulfa) , சதகுப்பை (Sathakuppai) , సోయ (Soya) , ಸಬ್ಬಸಿಗೆ ಸೊಪ್ಪು (Sabbasige Soppu) , ശതകുപ്പ (Shathakuppa) , ସୋଆ (Sowa)

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