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Anethum graveolens

Family Apiaceae
Plant Type annual
Zone
Care Level
Height 60 - 90 cm (2 - 3 ft)
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 Anethum graveolens (dill) bears showy and bright yellow blooms during mid-summer to early fall. This annual is upright and has greyish aquamarine foliage that is showy, matte, fine textured and fragrant. The fruit produced by Anethum graveolens (dill) is fragrant. The stems are aromatic.
Typical Uses Border, culinary, dried flowers, vegetable garden and wild flower.
Special Characteristics This annual attracts butterflies to your garden.
Cautions The growth rate of Anethum graveolens (dill) is very fast and you should plan for this in your garden design and layout. Depending upon your local conditions, Anethum graveolens (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.