Dill is a flavorful and aromatic herb prized for its culinary uses, ornamental value, and medicinal properties.
 
Status in Florida: Not native, cultivated as an annual herb
Native Habitat: Mediterranean region
Native States: Not applicable
Growing Zones: 2-11 (including all Florida zones)
Size at Maturity: 3-5 feet tall
Phenology: Annual
Life Cycle: Annual
Growth Rate: Fast
Growth Habit: Upright, herbaceous
Bloom Season: Summer
Bloom Color: Yellow
Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
Soil Texture: Well-drained, fertile soil
Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral
Moisture Requirements: Average
Tolerance to Salt Spray: Low/None
Keystone Plant: No
Recommended Landscape Uses: Herb gardens, vegetable gardens, pollinator gardens
Maintenance Tips: Provide support for tall plants, harvest regularly
Considerations: Self-seeds readily
Hurricane Wind Resistant: Low
Erosion Control: No
Nitrogen Fixing: No
Edible: Yes, leaves and seeds are edible
Pet Safe: Yes
Deer and Rabbit Resistance: Moderate
Historical Medicinal Uses: Traditionally used for digestive issues
Florida Native Companion Plant (matching growing conditions):
Not applicable, as it is an annual herb
Wildlife Benefit: Pollinators (bees, butterflies), beneficial insects
Caterpillar Host Plant: Yes, Black Swallowtail (Papilio polyxenes)