When to plant Dill in Zone 9b
In Zone 9b, Dill: direct sow outdoors around Feb 1–Mar 1; direct sow outdoors around Oct 20–Nov 3. Expect to harvest around Mar 23–Apr 20.
| Step | When |
|---|---|
| Direct sow outdoors | Feb 1 – Mar 1 |
| Direct sow outdoors | Oct 20 – Nov 3 |
| Harvest | Mar 23 – Apr 20 |
| Harvest | Dec 9 – Dec 23 |
Tip: Direct-sow (it dislikes transplanting) and let some go to flower for seed and pollinators.
Zone 9b averages a last spring frost around Feb 15 and a first fall frost around Dec 15. These are zone averages — look up your ZIP for your exact area.
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