Anethum graveolens Umbelliferae

CULTIVATION A hardy annual, dill has aromatic, feathery, dull-green leaves with clusters of sulphur-yellow flowers from midsummer. Reaching 45cm-1m (18-36in), it prefers fertile, well-drained soil and full sun in a sheltered position. Propagate it by sowing seeds in spring and again in midsummer, thinning the seedlings to 15 cm (6in) apart. Harvest the leaves and flowers whenever they are available.