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Can You Grow Dill in South Dakota?

US · USDA Zone 4b · zones 3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b

Grows well here

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

Plant zones

2a–9b

South Dakota last frost

mid-April

South Dakota first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

40–60 days

When to plant Dills in South Dakota

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

May 25 – Jun 14

Dates are approximate, based on South Dakota'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 South Dakota

South Dakota has a continental climate with cold winters and warm summers. Eastern South Dakota is Zone 4b-5a; western South Dakota is colder. Short growing seasons.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Dill in South Dakota?

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

What zone is South Dakota?

South Dakota spans USDA Zone 4b (3b, 4a, 4b, 5a, 5b).

When do you plant Dills in South Dakota?

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