When should I plant Dill in Zone 9b?

Direct sow Dill outdoors around Feb 24. Harvest around Apr 5.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9b?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9b is Mar 10. The first fall frost averages Nov 15, giving a 250-day growing season.

Yes. Dill needs 40 days to harvest. Zone 9b has a 250-day growing season, which is sufficient. You can plant up to 10 successions.

Zone 9b has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Dill. Last frost: Mar 10. First frost: Nov 15.

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 24Nov 15

Season: Mar 10 – Nov 15 (250 days) · Succession: plant every 3 weeks (up to 10x)

Zone9b

Last FrostMar 10

First FrostNov 15

Season Length250 days

Days to Harvest40

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceLight

Spacing4/sqft (6" apart)

Direct sow Dill seeds outdoors around Feb 24. Soil temperature should be at least 50°F. Space at 4/sqft (6" apart).

First harvest approximately Apr 5 (~40 days from planting). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 15).

For a fall harvest, plant Dill around Oct 4 (6 weeks before first frost).

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