Herb – Dill Dukat

Description

50 Seeds per pack

Dill Dukat – Dukat dill

Days to Maturity: 60–70 Days

Sun Requirements: Full Sun to Light Shade

Botanical Name: (Anethum graveolens)

Bred in Denmark for the Scandinavian cuisine, Dukat Dill stands out for its sweeter flavor and abundant foliage. It grows to a height of 18–24 inches, with finely cut, blue-green leaves that are darker and denser than most, creating a lush, full plant. This variety maintains its leafy growth longer before producing flower heads, extending the harvest season for “Dill weed”. Large 10-inch umbels yield aromatic seeds ideal for pickling and seasoning. Slower to bolt than many dills, Dukat handles warmer weather while continuing to produce fragrant, flavorful leaves.

Mild and slightly sweet, its fresh leaves enhance steamed vegetables, sliced tomatoes, cucumbers, salads, dressings, and sauces. It pairs beautifully with fish and Mediterranean dishes. Allowing some plants to flower provides seed heads perfect for pickling and spice blends, and if left in the garden, it will reseed itself for the following year.

Rich in essential oils, Dukat Dill is not only flavorful but also aromatic. Its seeds are used in culinary and cosmetic applications, and has long been prized for aiding digestion and easing colds. Packed with vitamins A and C, along with folate, calcium, and magnesium, Dukat Dill is a healthy and delicious choice for the herb garden.

Planting Instructions for Dill – Dukat Seeds

Dill is an annual plant that loves full sun, and loose, moderate to rich soil. For fresh dill throughout the season, make small sowings every few weeks. Do not plant near carrots or tomatoes, as they are known to compete poorly with dill. Plant the first crop outdoors after the danger of frost has passed.

To sow, plant seeds ¼” deep, spacing them 4–6” apart in rows 18 inches apart. Alternatively, you can broadcast seeds over a square bed and gently rake them into the soil. Water seeds thoroughly after planting. Germination usually takes 10–14 days in soil temperatures between 60–70°F.

Once seedlings have emerged and are established, thin them to stand 6–12” apart. Water regularly, but avoid overwatering. For an extended harvest, do not allow the plants to flower. Also, since dill has a tendency to blow over in strong wind, consider sheltering the plants or staking taller ones.

You can begin harvesting as soon as the plant has four or five leaves. Pinch off the leaves or cut them with scissors, or harvest entire stalks if needed. To collect seeds, wait until the first seeds begin turning brown, then cut the whole seed head and hang it upside down so the seeds can dry and fall out into trays or paper bags.

If dill is allowed to go to seed naturally and the soil is left undisturbed, it often self-sows. You may find new dill plants appearing on their own the following spring.

FAQ: