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Anethum graveolens 'Mammoth'

Family Apiaceae
Plant Type annual
Zone
Care Level
Height 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture average, well-drained
Soil Type clay to loam
Soil pH acidic to neutral

Description The annual Anethum graveolens 'Mammoth' (dill) bears showy and bright yellow flowers during mid-summer to early fall. The showy matte foliage is greyish aquamarine in colour, fine in texture and fragrant. Anethum graveolens 'Mammoth' (dill) bears fragrant fruit. This plant has stems that are fragrant.
Typical Uses Border, culinary, dried flowers, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics Butterflies are attracted to Anethum graveolens 'Mammoth' .
Cautions The growth rate of Anethum graveolens 'Mammoth' (dill) is very fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Anethum graveolens 'Mammoth' (dill) may be invasive. Self-sowing, this plant can spread broadly and randomly where conditions are ideal for the seeds to germinate. However, this can be a benefit if you plan to use this plant in naturalizations.