Dill Bouquet Seeds – Microgreens & Herb Plant
- Flowers attract beneficial bees & insects.
- Produces large seeds suitable for pickling.
- Attractive dark green, feathery, fine leaves.
How to Grow Dill Microgreeens
- Dill is a delicate microgreen with fine, feathery leaves. Use a mist sprayer or bottom watering method to ensure that the leaves do not get damaged.
- Dill is a slow growing microgreen, which can have uneven germination. It is better suited to experienced growers. This variety can take up to 30 days until harvest. Dill can also be sprouted in about 15 days.
- It germinates best at 15 – 23°C; avoid hot weather. It does best in mild weather. Dill can also be sprouted in about 15 days.
- Pairs beautifully with fish, potato and egg dishes.
Pre-soak seeds | 4 hours |
Seeds (10" x 20" tray) | 28 grams |
Growing medium | Soil or hydroponic. If using soil, add 2 - 3 cm layer of soil. Flatten with a block or wood or upside down tray. |
Blackout | 4 - 7 days. Trays can be stacked during blackout time. |
Germination Days | 3 - 5 days |
Days to Maturity | 14 - 25 days. Slow growing variety. |
Level of difficulty | Intermediate. |
Tray yield | Approx. 180 grams. |
Flavour profile | Aromatic, hint of anise and lemon. |
How to Grow Dill (Herbs)
- Matures faster than other dill varieties.
- Grows up to 1 metre height.
- Flavour is improved when grown in well-drained, poor soil.
- Easy to save seeds.
Row Spacing | At least 10 cm apart |
Plant Spacing | 20 cm |
Sowing Depth | 0.2 cm |
Germination Soil Temperature | 18-22°C |
Germination Days | 7 - 21 days |
Days to Maturity | 60 days. |
Planting Season | Plant in Spring, Summer & Autumn (frost free). |
Position | Full or part sun. Keep soil moist. |
Life Cycle | Hardy annual. |
