Bowood Farms
4605 Olive Street
Saint Louis, Missouri 63108

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Anethum graveolens 'Fernleaf'

Anethum graveolens (Fernleaf Dill)

Fernleaf Dill

White umbels of flowers in mid summer, flower heads bear seeds with a celery/anise combination flavor. Attractive feathery blue-green lacey foliage.

Growing & Maintenance Tips
Needs well-drained soil in full sun. This herb can be used in vegetable dishes, cheese spreads, and fish dishes. Also great in homemade soups. The French use the whole seed in cakes, cookies, and pastries. Also used in pickling and cooking.

Interesting Information
The name is derived from the old Norse word "dilla", meaning "to dull", and the seeds were given to babies to make them sleep.


Plant Type
Herb

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Bloom Color
White

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Foliage Color
Feathery Green


Height
32-36 Inches


Spread
16-20 Inches


USDA Hardiness Zone
Annual


Patented
No

French Tarragon

Artemisia dracunculus

(French Tarragon 'Sativa')

Sweet Marjoram

Origanum majorana

(Sweet Marjoram )

Characteristics & Attributes

Exposure
Sun
Soil Moisture Preference
Medium
Bloom Color
White
Season of Interest (Flowering)
June
July
August
Season of Interest (Foliage)
Spring
Summer
Fall
Attributes
Fragrance
Patio Container Pots
Dried Flower
Cut Flower
Balcony Pots