{"product_id":"dill-fernleaf-anethum-graveolens-compact-dill-herb","title":"Dill Fernleaf | Anethum graveolens | Compact Dill | Herb","description":"\u003ch1 class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchorContainer\"\u003eDill Fernleaf | Anethum graveolens | Compact Dill | Herb\u003cspan class=\"PDq2pG_selectionAnchor\"\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\n\u003c\/h1\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eFernleaf is a compact, dwarf dill variety developed especially for containers, patios, balconies and small growing spaces.\u003c\/strong\u003e Unlike taller traditional dill varieties, Fernleaf forms a \u003cstrong\u003ecompact, well-branched plant approximately 30–38 cm tall\u003c\/strong\u003e and normally does not require staking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe plants produce abundant \u003cstrong\u003emedium-green, finely divided and aromatic foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e with the classic fresh dill flavour. The leaves are excellent for potatoes, fish, salads, sauces, soups, pickling and many other dishes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the main advantages of Fernleaf is its \u003cstrong\u003elate flowering habit\u003c\/strong\u003e, which allows a longer period for harvesting fresh leaves before the plants begin to produce flowers and seed. It can be grown successfully in pots as well as directly in the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFernleaf is an \u003cstrong\u003eAll-America Selections (AAS) National Winner\u003c\/strong\u003e, recognised for its compact habit, productivity and suitability for container growing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant Information\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eBotanical Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e \u003cem\u003eAnethum graveolens\u003c\/em\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eVariety:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fernleaf\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/strong\u003e Dill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHerb Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Fernleaf dill\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Annual herb\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHybrid Status:\u003c\/strong\u003e Open pollinated\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSeed Type:\u003c\/strong\u003e Raw seed\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePlant Habit:\u003c\/strong\u003e Compact, upright and mounded\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eLeaf Colour:\u003c\/strong\u003e Medium green\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eHeight:\u003c\/strong\u003e 30–38 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eWidth:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–30 cm\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSpacing:\u003c\/strong\u003e 25–36 cm for individually grown container or landscape plants\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003ePosition:\u003c\/strong\u003e Full sun\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eSuitable For:\u003c\/strong\u003e Pots, balconies, patio containers, herb gardens, fresh cutting and hydroponic growing\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Maturity from Transplant:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 28 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Leaf Harvest from Sowing:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 55–60 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eDays to Seed:\u003c\/strong\u003e Approx. 95–115 days\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eFlowering:\u003c\/strong\u003e Summer to late summer\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eSowing \u0026amp; Germination\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDirect sowing is recommended\u003c\/strong\u003e, as dill develops a taproot and generally prefers not to have its roots disturbed.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eSow outdoors in spring as soon as the soil can be worked. Sow the seeds approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–6 mm deep\u003c\/strong\u003e in a fine, moist and well-drained soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eAt approximately \u003cstrong\u003e18–21°C\u003c\/strong\u003e, germination usually takes \u003cstrong\u003e7–21 days\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor a continuous supply of fresh dill leaves, make successive sowings approximately every \u003cstrong\u003e3 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFernleaf can also be started indoors in pots or cell trays. Sow approximately \u003cstrong\u003e3–5 seeds per cell\u003c\/strong\u003e and transplant the young plants carefully to avoid unnecessary root disturbance.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eGrow Fernleaf in \u003cstrong\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e. It prefers a rich, light and well-drained soil, although dill adapts well to a range of garden soils.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIts naturally compact growth makes Fernleaf particularly suitable for \u003cstrong\u003epots and balcony planters\u003c\/strong\u003e. The dwarf plants remain relatively short and sturdy, so they are less likely to topple over and generally do not require staking.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eKeep the soil evenly moist, particularly during establishment and when growing in containers. Avoid allowing pots to dry out completely during warm weather.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eBecause Fernleaf flowers later than many traditional dill varieties, it provides a \u003cstrong\u003elonger harvesting period for fresh foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003ch2\u003eHarvesting\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFresh leaves can be harvested once the plants are established and can continue to be picked \u003cstrong\u003euntil flowering begins\u003c\/strong\u003e.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRegularly cut individual leaves and young shoots as required. For the best flavour, use the foliage fresh.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eFor drying, harvest healthy foliage and dry it \u003cstrong\u003ein a dark, well-ventilated place\u003c\/strong\u003e to help preserve its colour and flavour.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eIf growing Fernleaf for seed, harvest the seed heads when the seeds begin to turn \u003cstrong\u003egolden brown\u003c\/strong\u003e. 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