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When to Plant Dill in Soldier, Iowa (51572)

Location

Soldier, Iowa

ZIP Code

51572

USDA Zone

5b

Last Frost

Saturday, April 25, 2026

📅 Planting Calendar

Direct Sow Outdoors Saturday, March 28, 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

CabbageOnionLettuceCucumber

⚠️ Avoid Planting Near

CarrotTomato

Other Plants for Soldier

Growing Dill in Zone 5b

Dill (Anethum graveolens) is a popular garden vegetable. In Soldier, Iowa, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, you should direct sow seeds around Saturday, March 28, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Saturday, April 25, 2026. Dill grows well when direct sown, as it doesn't transplant well or germinates quickly outdoors.