FAQs
Can I grow dill in containers? Dill can be a large, rangy plant, but there are smaller varieties ideal for containers, such as Fernleaf. Be sure to use a commercial potting mix rather than garden soil.
Can dill be used as a companion plant? Dill may be used with asparagus, members of the cabbage family, cucumbers, lettuce, tomatoes and onions to benefit flavor and deter insects. Planting beans near dill benefits the dill.
When should I add dill to cooking? Dill is a delicate herb and should only be added close to the end when use in cooking.
Can I cut the flowers of dill? Yes, the flowers of dill are attractive and fragrant and can last for a week in a vase.