When to plant Dill in Zone 8b
In Zone 8b, Dill: direct sow outdoors around Mar 1–Mar 29; direct sow outdoors around Sep 30–Oct 14. Expect to harvest around Apr 20–May 18.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Mar 1 – Mar 29 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Sep 30 – Oct 14 |
| Harvest | Apr 20 – May 18 |
| Harvest | Nov 19 – Dec 3 |
Tip: Direct-sow (it dislikes transplanting) and let some go to flower for seed and pollinators.
Zone 8b averages a last spring frost around Mar 15 and a first fall frost around Nov 25. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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