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Can You Grow Dill in Massachusetts?

US · USDA Zone 6a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–9b

Massachusetts last frost

early April

Massachusetts first frost

late October

Days to harvest

40–60 days

When to plant Dills in Massachusetts

Direct sow

Apr 1

Harvest

May 11 – May 31

Dates are approximate, based on Massachusetts'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 Massachusetts

Massachusetts has a humid continental climate. Boston and coastal areas are Zone 6a-6b; inland areas are colder at Zone 5b-6a. Four seasons with a 5-6 month growing window.