Dill Mammoth Seeds

Dill Mammoth Seeds

Dill Mammoth Seeds produce tall, vigorous plants with aromatic feathery foliage and flavourful seeds that can both be harvested for culinary use. This popular American annual herb grows to approximately 70cm tall and is an excellent choice for herb gardens, kitchen gardens, raised beds, and vegetable plots.

Both the fresh leaves and mature seeds of Mammoth Dill can be used in the kitchen. They are particularly useful for pickles, sauces, cheeses, and fish dishes, including traditional gravlax. The leaves are best harvested fresh as required for maximum flavour.

Easy to grow in fine, well-drained soil, Mammoth Dill can be sown directly outdoors throughout spring and summer. Pinching out the main growing tip encourages bushier plants or can help delay flowering when growing primarily for fresh foliage.

Key Features

Popular American Dill variety.

Annual herb growing to approximately 70cm tall.

Both the aromatic leaves and seeds are edible.

Excellent for pickles, sauces, cheeses, and fish dishes.

Particularly suitable for flavouring gravlax.

Fresh leaves can be harvested throughout the season.

Easy to direct sow during spring and summer.

How to Grow Dill Mammoth Seeds

Sow Dill Mammoth Seeds directly outdoors in their final growing position throughout spring and summer.

Choose an area with fine, well-drained soil and sow the seeds where the plants are to mature.

Keep the soil lightly moist while seedlings establish.

Pick fresh leaves as required throughout the growing season. The foliage is best used fresh for maximum flavour.

Pinch out the tip of the main stem to encourage bushier growth or to help prevent plants from flowering when growing primarily for their leaves.

Alternatively, allow plants to flower and mature if you wish to harvest Dill seeds for pickling and cooking.

Dill Growing Tips

Direct sow where plants are to grow.

Choose fine, well-drained soil.

Harvest leaves regularly and use them fresh.

Pinch out growing tips to encourage bushier plants.

Allow selected plants to flower if you want to harvest seeds.

Make additional sowings through spring and summer for a longer supply of fresh Dill.

Frequently Asked Questions

How tall does Mammoth Dill grow?
Dill Mammoth grows to approximately 70cm tall.

Can both the leaves and seeds be eaten?
Yes, both the aromatic leaves and mature seeds can be harvested and used for cooking.

What is Mammoth Dill good for?
It is excellent for pickles, sauces, cheeses, and fish dishes, particularly gravlax.

When should Dill Mammoth Seeds be sown?
Sow directly outdoors throughout spring and summer.

Should Mammoth Dill be pinched out?
Yes, pinching out the main growing tip can encourage bushier growth and help delay flowering.

Perfect For

Herb gardens

Kitchen gardens

Pickling

Fish dishes

Gravlax

Sauces

Fresh herbs

Seed harvesting