Grandma Einck's Dill, 1920 Heirloom, Organic

Our most popular dill! It is being packeted as we speak.

The Seed Savers Exchange - Iowa heirloom has grown near Festina, Iowa since 1920 by Katherine Einck’s family (Diane Ott Whealy’s grandmother). Large fragrant heads and abundant long-lasting foliage. Great for canning or fresh use. Germination is erratic, so please be patient. Self-seeding annual.

Characteristics: 

• Organic
• Self-seeding annual plant
• Plants grow to 24 inches tall with yellow flowers
• Strong aroma and large flower heads
• 250 Seeds

Instructions - Sow seeds outdoors early in the spring when the ground has warmed. Prefers rich, well-drained soil and a sheltered location out of the wind. Will readily volunteer each year from dropped seeds.

Direct Seed 1/8" deep

Germination 6-21 days

Thin 8-12" apart

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