Growing Dill in Zone 5b
Zone 5b has cold winters and a moderate growing season. Timing is key for Dill in this zone. Last frost: Apr 28. First frost: Oct 8.
Planting Calendar
Apr 14Oct 8
Season: Apr 28 โ Oct 8 (163 days) ยท Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 5x)
Zone5b
Last FrostApr 28
First FrostOct 8
Season Length163 days
Days to Harvest40
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceLight
Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)
When to Plant Dill in Zone 5b
Sow Seeds Outdoors: Apr 14
Direct sow Dill seeds outdoors around Apr 14. Soil temperature should be at least 50ยฐF. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).
Harvest: May 24
First harvest approximately May 24 (~40 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Oct 8).
Fall Planting: Aug 27
For a fall harvest, plant Dill around Aug 27 (6 weeks before first frost).
Companion Planting
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