Dill - Herb , 'Anethon of Dioscorides' - Dukat (Fragrant Leaves & Seeds used as Seasoning)

Anethum graveolens, Fragrant Leaves & Seeds used as Seasoning., Dill 'Dukat' is among the most esteemed of culinary herbs, lending both elegance and utility to the kitchen garden. Its finely cut, feathery foliage carries a delicate sweetness, whilst the ripened seeds, brown and oval, possess an aromatic flavour reminiscent of caraway, with pleasing notes of citrus and spice. A cherished seasoning for pickles, fish and salads, it is equally prized for its airy heads of golden bloom, which entice bees and a host of beneficial insects. Admirably suited to the cucumber patch, though ill-matched with carrots and tomatoes. Long valued as a traditional aid to comfortable digestion. Ht. 2-3 ft., Seed Count Approx - 210 avg 

  SOWING - Ht: 2 to 3 ft, Sow dill seeds outdoors directly into well prepared soil in a sheltered, sunny position. Sow seeds thinly in rows 1cm deep. Dill can also be sown directly in large pots. Make regular sowings for a continuous supply of fresh leaves. It may be planted in spring or fall. Planted in early spring, produces seeds during the same season. If planted in Autumn, the seed germinates on it's own & ready in Spring