Does not transplant well. Germinates in 15 to 20 days depending on soil and weather conditions. Protect from wind. Cut leaves sparingly when 4 to 6 inches high. An easy to grow and attractive annual whose pleasingly aromatic young stems are used for flavoring soups and sauces and the seeds as well as the herbage are essential in dill pickles.
Chopped leaves have a rare affinity for sour cream and cucumbers.
Sow seed outdoors as soon as the danger of frost is past. Keep soil moist until seeds begin to grow. When plants are 2 inches tall, thin to 6 to 8 inches apart in the row. Does not transplant well. Seeds germinate in 10-15 days depending on soil and temperature conditions.