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Can You Grow Dill in Vermont?

US · USDA Zone 5a · 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

Vermont last frost

mid-April

Vermont first frost

mid-October

Days to harvest

40–60 days

When to plant Dills in Vermont

Direct sow

Apr 15

Harvest

May 25 – Jun 14

Dates are approximate, based on Vermont'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 Vermont

Vermont has a cool humid continental climate. Southern Vermont is Zone 5a-5b; northern Vermont is Zone 4a-4b. Short growing seasons are productive for cool crops, potatoes, and maple trees.

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Frequently asked questions

Can you grow Dill in Vermont?

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

What zone is Vermont?

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

When do you plant Dills in Vermont?

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