Dill Vierling

What Dill Vierling is

Dill Vierling (Anethum graveolens) is an annual herb of the Carrot family (Apiaceae). This dill variety is a dwarf that produces plants with aromatic, feathery blue-green leaves and yellow umbels of flowers in summer.

A suitable variety for growing in containers and for fresh leaf production.

Best sown directly, as it does not tolerate transplanting.

Dill grows to a height of 80-100 cm.

Dill is indispensable for tarator, cucumbers, pickles and fish dishes. Grows fast and self-seeds.

Key features

• Measured germination rate of the batch: 95%
• Pack size: 3 g
• Seed origin: Poland
• Sowing: March – July; direct
• Flowering: June – September
• Harvest: June – December
• Position: sunny spot

When to sow Dill Vierling

Dill Vierling seeds are sown in March – July. The plants flower from June to September. Harvest in June – December. The months are a guide for a temperate climate — in warmer areas sow 1–2 weeks earlier, in cooler or upland areas, later.

How to sow and grow Dill Vierling

• Sowing method: direct
• Depth: 1 cm
• Spacing: 20–25 cm
• Germination: 10–14 days at 15–20 °C
• Position: sunny spot

Sow the seeds directly in the ground in spring. Sow every two weeks from March to July for a succession of plants. Keep the soil moist until the seeds germinate after about 2-3 weeks. Thin the seedlings to 15-20 cm. apart. Make sure the young seedlings get enough moisture. The plants grow best in sun and well-drained soils. Pick the leaves for cooking, which are best before flowering. Leave some flowers to set seed, as these can be dried and used for cooking.

Sow directly every 2–3 weeks — dill does not like transplanting. Keep the soil moist.

Harvest and use

Pick the leaves before flowering; the seed umbels — for pickling and as a spice.

Frequently asked questions

When should Dill Vierling be sown?

The recommended months for sowing are March – July. Sowing method: direct.

What is the germination rate of the seeds?

The measured germination rate of this batch is 95%. The test was carried out under controlled laboratory conditions; in the field, emergence depends on soil, temperature and moisture.

Why does dill bolt quickly?

From heat and dryness. Sow in several batches and water regularly.