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Anethum graveolens 'Fernleaf'

Family Apiaceae
Plant Type annual
Zone
Care Level
Height 40 - 45 cm (16 - 18 in)
Spread 30 - 45 cm (12 - 18 in)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The annual Anethum graveolens 'Fernleaf' (dwarf dill) bears showy and bright yellow blossoms during mid-summer to early fall. The showy matte foliage is medium green in colour, fine in texture and aromatic. Anethum graveolens 'Fernleaf' (dwarf dill) produces fragrant fruit. This plant has stems that are fragrant.
Typical Uses Border, container, culinary, dried flowers, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This annual attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions With its very fast growth rate, Anethum graveolens 'Fernleaf' (dwarf dill) will reach its mature size quickly. Keep this in mind when planning the layout of your garden. Reaching maturity quickly can be a benefit if you want your garden to look more established sooner. Be advised that Anethum graveolens 'Fernleaf' (dwarf dill) may be invasive where conditions are favourable. In such cases it will require maintenance to keep it under control. This plant is self-sowing, and without intervention may spread broadly and randomly.