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When to Plant Dill in Hampden Sydney, Virginia (23943)

Location

Hampden Sydney, Virginia

ZIP Code

23943

USDA Zone

7b

Last Frost

Sunday, April 5, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Sunday, March 8, 2026

Pro Tip: Dill can be directly sown outdoors. Plant 4 weeks before your last frost date.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Anethum graveolens
Days to Maturity 40 days
Mature Height 24-36"
Spread 12"
Type Leaf
Fruit Size N/A

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun (6-8 hours)

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Water

Moderate

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Spacing

12" apart

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Planting Depth

0.25" deep

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

🤝 Good Companions

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⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

CarrotTomato

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Growing Dill in Zone 7b

Dill (Anethum graveolens) is a popular garden vegetable. In Hampden Sydney, Virginia, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b, you should direct sow seeds around Sunday, March 8, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Sunday, April 5, 2026. Dill grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.