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Can You Grow Dill in Ontario?

Canada · Canadian Zone 5 · zones 3, 4, 5, 6, 7

Grows well here

Dill grows easily here — direct sow in spring and let it self-seed for future seasons.

Plant zones

2a–9b

Ontario last frost

mid-April

Ontario first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

40–60 days

When to plant Dills in Ontario

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

May 25 – Jun 14

Dates are approximate, based on Ontario's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About Dill

Dill self-seeds prolifically — plant it once and it will return year after year in most gardens.

Direct sow — dill does not transplant well. Let some plants go to seed for self-seeding next year. Harvest before flowering for best leaf flavour; harvest seeds once ripe. Good companion for tomatoes.

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Gardening in Ontario

Ontario spans several climate zones. Northern Ontario is Zone 3-4 with short seasons; southern Ontario is Zone 5-7 with long productive seasons. The Niagara Peninsula is one of Canada's premier fruit-growing regions.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Dill in Ontario?

Dill grows easily here — direct sow in spring and let it self-seed for future seasons.

What zone is Ontario?

Ontario spans Canadian Zone 5 (3, 4, 5, 6, 7).

When do you plant Dills in Ontario?

Plant Dills Apr 15, harvest May 25 – Jun 14.