Description
Plant Details
Botanical Name: Anethum graveolens
Host Plant to: Black swallowtail caterpillars
Nectar Plant to: Bees, wasps, hoverflies
Plant Life Cycle: Annual
Light Requirements: Full sun
Soil Type: Well-draining, fertile soil
Moisture Requirements: Moderate; water when soil feels dry
USDA Hardiness Zones: 2–11 (as an annual)
Plant Height: 2–3 feet
Plant Spacing: 10–12 inches
Bloom Time: Summer
Bloom Color: Yellow
Special Features: Edible leaves and seeds; attracts beneficial insects; easy to grow
Description
You don’t need much to get the dill plant going — just a sunny spot and a little space. It grows tall and soft, with fine leaves that move in the breeze, and when it flowers, those yellow heads really bring in the bees. I usually stick a few between the veggies and let it do its thing.
The fresh dill plant is one of those herbs that makes itself useful. It helps keep pests away, looks good in the garden, and tastes great too. People use the leaves in dressings and soups, and once it sets seed, you can collect those for spice or replanting. Honestly, it’s one of the easiest things to grow.
If you’re starting a herb patch, the dill herb plant is a solid one to begin with. It doesn’t ask for much. Water when it’s dry, give it sun, and it’ll reward you with both flavor and pollinators. Even if you forget about it, it often comes back on its own the next year. Simple, useful, and always welcome in the garden.
