Herbs · Everyday herb

Dill

Anethum graveolens · also called Dill weed · planet: Mercury

A tall, airy annual with threadlike leaves and flat yellow flower heads, the herb of pickles and smoked fish.

In the garden

Full sun and shelter from wind; it dislikes being moved, so sow where it will grow. Keep it away from fennel, which it can cross with.

In the kitchen

Snip the fronds over fish, potatoes and yogurt sauces; use the seed heads in pickling.

Take care

• Food amounts are fine. Strong medicinal amounts are traditionally avoided in pregnancy.

Folklore and garden information only, not medical advice. Do not eat or use any plant unless you are certain what it is and that it is safe for you. Ask a doctor or pharmacist first, especially if you are pregnant, nursing, on medicine, or choosing for children or pets.

Where to buy

Dried herb

• Mountain Rose Herbs Organic dried herbs and botanicals.
• Starwest Botanicals Bulk dried herbs, spices and teas.

Seeds

• Botanical Interests Seed packets for herb and flower gardens.
• Burpee Seeds and young plants.
• Park Seed Seeds and live plants. Search for the herb once you are on their site.

Live plants

• Burpee Seeds and young plants.
• Park Seed Seeds and live plants. Search for the herb once you are on their site.

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