Vierling

Family: Apiaceae Herb

Planting Schedule

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Fragrant, feathery fronds of Vierling Dill unfurl with a bright, cool aroma that seems to lift from the garden bed at first touch.

The foliage is finely divided and tender, with a crisp, airy texture that stays flavorful for fresh bouquets and classic dill uses—ideal for pickling brines, seasoning salads, and finishing sauces with a vivid herbal lift. Grow Vierling for a dependable, early harvest window around 50 days, when plants are lush and richly aromatic.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 50 DaysHabit: Upright

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Vierling Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Direct Sow	Jun 1st	Jul 21st – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Jul 14th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 4th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 4th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Jul 8th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Jul 4th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Jul 2nd – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Jun 27th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Jun 23rd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jun 20th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jun 14th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jun 9th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	May 30th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	May 21st – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	May 12th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	Apr 25th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	Mar 31st – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Nov 20th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Nov 20th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	50
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	35
Harden Off (days)	Not Required

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Vierling dill is all about that sharp, icy-lift aroma—use it late so the fronds don’t go muted or harsh. Its crisp, airy bite holds up in cold dressings and quick pickles better than heavier herbs.

Best Uses

freshly chop into yogurt- or crème fraîche-based sauces
seed-and-frond seasoning for quick pickles and brines
toss into warm potatoes or new-grain salads right off the heat
finish gravlax and smoked fish with a last-minute frond shower

Flavor Profile

bright, cool herbal aroma finely feathery, snappy texture tangy, lightly sweet dill flavor

Kitchen Pairings

salmon cucumbers lemon yogurt crème fraîche butter

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease problem affects dill (Anethum graveolens) most often, and what should I do?

Dill is prone to powdery mildew (a white, dusty growth on leaves), especially in humid, crowded conditions. Remove and discard badly affected fronds, space plants for airflow, and water at the soil line in the morning to keep foliage dry. If it keeps spreading, use an appropriate fungicide labeled for powdery mildew on herbs and follow the label’s re-harvest interval.

How often should I water dill during its main growth phase?

During the main growth (after emergence until harvest), keep the soil consistently evenly moist but not soggy, aiming for about 1 inch (2.5 cm) of water per week depending on your heat and rainfall. Water when the top 1–2 inches (2.5–5 cm) of soil feel dry, because drought stress can make dill go to seed quickly. Mulch lightly to reduce moisture swings, but avoid piling mulch against the stems.

How can I tell when dill (Anethum graveolens) is ready to harvest?

For leaf (frond) harvest, start picking when plants are about 8–12 inches tall and have healthy, feathery fronds—typically around 40–50 days. For seed harvest, wait until the flower heads turn brown and the seeds look fully formed; cut whole umbels and dry them further indoors. Harvesting frequently encourages more frond growth and delays bolting.