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Dill Herb Seeds

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Care information

Proper storage and handling can help maintain seed quality and germination performance. Keep seeds sealed, dry and protected from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.

Storage: For best long-term storage, keep seeds refrigerated in a clean, airtight container or securely sealed packaging. A refrigerator at approximately 4°C provides a cool, stable environment that can help maintain seed viability. If refrigeration is not practical, store seeds in the coolest available dry, dark and temperature-stable location.

Moisture: Keep seeds dry at all times during storage. Excess moisture or humidity can reduce seed quality and encourage premature germination, mould or deterioration. Always reseal opened packaging promptly.

Removing Seeds from Refrigeration: Keep refrigerated seeds sealed while they return to room temperature before opening the package or container. This helps prevent condensation from forming on cold seeds and introducing unwanted moisture.

Temperature: Avoid repeated temperature changes and do not store seeds near ovens, heaters, windows, vehicles, sheds or other areas exposed to excessive or fluctuating heat.

Handling: Use clean, dry utensils when removing seed from larger packs and return the remaining seed to refrigerated storage promptly after use.

Before Sowing or Sprouting: Inspect seeds before use and discard any showing signs of moisture damage, mould, unusual odour or deterioration. When growing edible sprouts or microgreens, use clean equipment and drinking-quality water.

Best Quality: Use seed while fresh and follow any product-specific storage, germination and growing information provided in the Specifications, growing instructions or product packaging.

Delivery and Shipping

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Dispatch

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Delivery Times

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Regional and remote destinations may take longer. Orders containing seed sent to Western Australia, Tasmania or other biosecurity-controlled destinations may also require additional processing or inspection.

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Local Pickup – Riverstone, NSW

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Wait until we contact you to confirm that your order is ready and arrange a suitable collection time.

Please do not attend the warehouse without an appointment. All pickups are strictly by prior arrangement.

Seed Biosecurity – WA & Tasmania

Seeds and other plant material may be subject to state biosecurity restrictions.

Western Australia has specific entry requirements for seed, and seed consignments may be inspected by Quarantine WA. Tasmania also regulates the importation of viable seed, with additional requirements applying to certain species and consignments.

Requirements vary by seed species, quantity and destination and may change over time. Customers in Western Australia, Tasmania and other biosecurity-controlled areas should check current state requirements before ordering.

Where an order contains seed that cannot meet applicable biosecurity requirements, we may need to contact you before dispatch or remove affected products from the order.

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Dill Herb Seeds

Dill Herb Seeds grow into tall, aromatic plants with delicate feathery foliage and fragrant yellow flowers. Harvest fresh leaves for seafood, salads and sauces, or allow plants to mature for flavourful culinary seeds and pickling.

Description

Dill Herb Seeds for Fresh Leaves & Culinary Seed

Dill Herb Seeds grow into aromatic annual herbs with soft, feathery green foliage and delicate yellow flower heads. Both the fresh leaves and mature seeds are valued in the kitchen, making dill a versatile addition to herb gardens, vegetable beds, raised beds and large containers.

Fresh dill leaves have a light, aromatic flavour with subtle anise, citrus and grassy notes. Finely chop them into potato salads, yoghurt sauces and dressings, or pair fresh dill with fish, seafood, eggs, vegetables and pickled dishes.

Easy to Grow from Seed

Dill is best direct sown because its taproot does not appreciate unnecessary disturbance. Sow shallowly into fertile, well-drained soil, keep consistently moist during germination and grow in a sunny position protected from strong winds.

Plants can reach approximately 90cm tall, so allow enough room for their fine foliage and tall flowering stems to develop.

Fresh Dill Through the Growing Season

Begin harvesting fresh foliage once plants are well established, generally from around 55–60 days after sowing. Cut individual leaves or young stems as required while leaving enough growth for the plant to continue developing.

For a longer supply of young foliage, sow smaller batches every 2–4 weeks during suitable growing conditions.

Grow Dill for Culinary Seed

If you also want dill seed, allow selected plants to flower naturally. The delicate yellow umbels add interest to the garden and can attract visiting beneficial insects before developing into aromatic seed.

Mature seed is generally ready from around 90–100 days after sowing, depending on conditions. Harvest once the seed heads have dried and the seeds begin turning tan to brown.

Fresh Leaves & Seed for the Kitchen

Use fresh dill leaves in seafood dishes, sauces, salads, potatoes, eggs and vegetables. Mature dill seed has a stronger, warmer flavour suited to pickling, bread, spice blends and savoury cooking.

How to Grow Dill

Dill is a hardy annual culinary herb grown for its feathery aromatic leaves and mature seed. Direct sowing is generally preferable because dill develops a taproot and dislikes unnecessary root disturbance.

Quick Start

  • Sowing season: Spring, summer and autumn
  • Sowing method: Direct sow preferred
  • Sowing depth: 2–3mm
  • Germination: 7–21 days
  • Germination temperature: approximately 18–22°C
  • Plant spacing: approximately 20cm
  • Position: Full sun
  • Mature height: approximately 90cm
  • Fresh leaf harvest: approximately 55–60 days
  • Mature seed: approximately 90–100 days
  • Succession sowing: every 2–4 weeks

When to Sow

For most Australian regions, sow during:

Spring, summer and autumn

Adjust according to climate:

  • Cool climates: spring to summer
  • Temperate climates: spring through early autumn
  • Subtropical climates: autumn, winter and spring are often particularly suitable
  • Tropical climates: favour the cooler part of the year
  • Hot and arid climates: avoid the most extreme summer heat

Dill generally performs best in mild to warm conditions rather than prolonged severe heat.

Sowing

Direct sowing is recommended.

  1. Prepare loose, fertile, well-drained soil.
  2. Sow approximately 2–3mm deep.
  3. Cover lightly with fine soil.
  4. Water gently.
  5. Keep the soil evenly moist until seedlings establish.
  6. Thin seedlings to their final spacing.

Germination

Expect germination in approximately:

7–21 days

Aim for approximately:

18–22°C

Maintain even moisture during germination without leaving the soil waterlogged.

Position & Spacing

Grow in:

Full sun

Aim for around 6 hours or more of direct sunlight daily.

Allow approximately:

20cm between plants

If planting in rows, allow around 30cm between rows.

Because mature plants can reach around 90cm, choose a position protected from strong winds where practical.

Watering

Keep the soil evenly moist during establishment and active leaf growth.

Water thoroughly when the upper soil begins to dry, then allow excess moisture to drain.

Avoid:

  • permanently waterlogged soil;
  • repeated severe wilting; and
  • shallow, irregular watering.

Container-grown dill may need more frequent watering in warm weather.

Feeding

Dill generally performs well in reasonably fertile soil.

Incorporate mature compost or another suitable soil amendment before sowing where required.

Avoid excessive nitrogen feeding, which can encourage soft growth.

Harvesting Fresh Dill

Begin light harvesting from approximately:

55–60 days after sowing

Cut individual leaves or young stems as required.

Avoid removing all foliage from one plant at once so it can continue producing growth.

For the best texture and aroma, harvest young foliage before flowering becomes extensive.

Succession Sowing

For a longer supply of fresh dill, sow smaller batches approximately every:

2–4 weeks

during suitable conditions.

This is generally more effective than relying on one mature planting for continuous tender foliage.

Growing Dill in Pots

Dill grows well in containers, provided there is enough depth for its taproot.

Use a pot approximately:

30cm deep or greater

with:

  • good drainage holes;
  • quality potting mix;
  • full sun;
  • regular watering; and
  • protection from strong winds.

Direct sow into the final container where practical.

Harvesting Dill Seed

For culinary seed:

  1. Allow selected plants to flower.
  2. Leave the seed heads in place as the seeds develop.
  3. Wait until the seeds begin turning tan to brown.
  4. Cut the heads before heavy shedding begins.
  5. Place them upside down in a paper bag or clean container.
  6. Allow them to dry fully.
  7. Rub or shake the mature seed free.

Seed maturity is generally around 90–100 days after sowing, depending on conditions.

Harvest & Storage

Fresh dill is best used soon after harvesting.

Keep freshly cut foliage cool and protected from dehydration.

For dried dill seed, allow it to dry thoroughly before storing in an airtight container away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.

Seed Storage

Store unused sowing seed sealed in a cool, dry and dark place away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.

Specifications

  • Botanical Name
    Anethum graveolens L.
  • Primary Use
    Culinary herb / Fresh leaf production / Culinary seed / Pickling / Garden beds / Raised beds / Containers
  • Current Batch
    DI055
  • Seed Treatment
    Untreated
  • Country of Origin
    New Zealand
  • Germination Rate
    85%
  • Seeds per Gram
    Approx. 550–900 seeds/g
  • Sowing Method
    Direct sow preferred; sow where plants will grow to minimise root disturbance
  • Sowing Depth
    Approx. 2–3mm
  • Germination Time
    Approx. 7–21 days
  • Germination Temperature
    Approx. 18–22°C
  • Plant Spacing
    Approx. 20cm between plants
  • Life Cycle / Hardiness
    Hardy annual culinary herb
  • Position
    Full sun; moist, well-drained soil; protect mature plants from strong winds
  • Plant Height
    Approx. 90cm
  • Days to Harvest / Maturity
    Approx. 55–60 days for fresh leaf harvest; around 90–100 days for mature seed
  • Flavour
    Fresh, aromatic and slightly sweet with delicate anise, citrus and grassy notes
  • Storage
    Store sealed in a cool, dry place away from heat, moisture and direct sunlight.

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