When should I plant Dill in Zone 9a?

Direct sow Dill outdoors around Mar 6. Harvest around Apr 15.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Yes. Dill needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 9 successions.

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Dill. Last frost: Mar 20. First frost: Nov 12.

Outdoor

Harvest

Mar 6Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 9x)

Zone9a

Last FrostMar 20

First FrostNov 12

Season Length237 days

Days to Harvest40

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceLight

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

Direct sow Dill seeds outdoors around Mar 6. Soil temperature should be at least 50°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

First harvest approximately Apr 15 (~40 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

For a fall harvest, plant Dill around Oct 1 (6 weeks before first frost).

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