Dill Kronos Herb Seed

Dill ‘Kronos’ is a high yielding, slow-bolting variety prized for its lush, fragrant foliage and sturdy stems. With its intense aroma and fresh, tangy flavour, it is ideal for seasoning fish, soups, salads, and pickles.

 

This robust cultivar produces abundant leaves for an extended period before flowering, making it perfect for fresh use, drying, or freezing.

 

A beneficial companion plant in the garden, it attracts pollinators while repelling pests. Its tall, upright growth habit makes it suitable for both garden beds and container growing.

 

Seed Qty: Approx. 5 grams

 

Sow: March - August

Germination: 10 - 21 days

Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil

Height: 60 - 90 cm

Harvest: May - October

Companion Plants: Cabbage, lettuce, cucumbers

Avoid Planting With: Carrots (may cross-pollinate and affect growth)

Tip: Regular harvesting encourages bushier growth and prolongs the season.

 

Sowing Instructions

 

Sow seeds directly outdoors from early spring to late summer in well-prepared, finely raked soil. Scatter seeds thinly, cover lightly with soil, and water gently. Keep soil moist until germination. Thin seedlings to 15-20 cm apart once established.

 

 

For a continuous harvest, sow every 3-4 weeks. Cut fresh leaves as needed, and allow some plants to flower for seed collection or self-seeding.

 

 

A must-have for herb gardens, ‘Kronos’ offers a rich supply of aromatic leaves and seeds for culinary and medicinal use.