Planting Date · Dill
Dill Planting Date Calculator
Calculate the optimal planting dates for dill based on your USDA zone, last frost date, and preferred start method.
Optimal Soil Temp
55°F
Days to Maturity
50 days
Frost Tolerance
semi hardy
Planting Depth
1/4 inch
Input
Fill in the fields below, then click Calculate.
Select your USDA plant hardiness zone (3–10).
Approximate month of your last spring frost.
How you plan to start the crop.
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Tips & Best Practices
- Direct sow dill 2–3 weeks before the last frost.
- Dill has a taproot and does not transplant well — always direct sow.
- Succession plant every 3 weeks for a steady supply of fresh fronds.
- Let some plants flower and go to seed for pickling and self-seeding.