CRGO Dill® Seeds-XLA-144 Seed  (50 per packet)

GROWING GUIDE FOR DILL SEEDS PLANTING INSTRUCTIONS Sow Dill seeds about 2-3 inches deep in rich soil. The temperature of the soil must range between 22 to 28°C(71 to 84°F). Dill is not the best plant to be grown after transplanting. So it is suggested to directly sow the seeds fresh in the garden in early summer with protection from too strong winds. Dill also requires regular trimming and plenty of natural sunlight. Remember not to plant Dill seeds near fennel or carrots. Dill can be a great companion plant for cabbage or onion. Seeds will germinate with 15 to 20 days depending on the soil temperature. GROWING REQUIREMENTS PESTS & DISEASES Whiteflies, aphids, spider mites, and thrips are some of the common pests that can affect peppermint plant. SOIL Use well-drained & moist soil with pH ranging between 6 to 7. SPOT Pick a sunny spot for Dill in pots, containers or raised gardens and allow the plant to receive plenty of natural light. TEMPERATURE Until germination, Peppermint plant thrives at a high temperature ranging between 22 to 25 °C(71 to 77°F) and after root development, the temperatures can be lowered to 19 to 24°C(65 to 75°F) WATERING All varieties of mint including peppermint prefer adequately moist growing medium. Watering frequency depends upon the surrounding growing conditions. For example, in case the seeds are sown in a dry area, watering every day is recommended. You can figure out the required watering frequency by checking the quality of potting soil. HOW TO HARVEST The best way to use dill is to use fresh dill leaves and flowers directly from the gardens. Harvest dill in the mornings for better flavors and to minimize the loss due to shattering You can also dry or microwave dill herb for longer shelf life.