Dill Alligator
Anethum graveolens 'Alligator'
Fast-maturing dill variety with bushy growth habit and fine, feathery foliage. Perfect for fresh greens, pickling, and ornamental garden borders. Resistant to bolting thanks to delayed stem elongation.
Stages of growth
Planting calendar
How to care
Keep soil evenly moist but not waterlogged. Avoid standing water.
- •Soak seeds 2-3 hours before planting to speed up germination
- •Sow into well-loosened, fresh soil
- •Cover seeds lightly with soil (1-1.5 cm), then mist gently
Difficulty growing
Suitable for beginners. Minimal maintenance, error-resistant.
Growing conditions
Nice neighbors.
Soil preparation
Planting parameters
💡Preparation Tips
- •Dig the bed to a depth of 25-30 cm
- •Add compost or humus (5-10 kg per m²)
- •If necessary, adjust pH with lime or peat
Frequently asked questions(5)
Sow directly into open ground from April through September when soil warms to 10-12°C. For continuous harvest, sow every 2-3 weeks. Seeds germinate in 7-10 days.
Dill tends to flower in hot weather and long days. The Alligator variety has slower bolting, but to extend harvest, grow in partial shade, water regularly, and pinch off flower stems.
During the growing season, water 2-3 times per week, keeping soil moderately moist. In hot summer, increase frequency. After flower stems form, reduce watering.
Yes, dill grows well in pots 20-25 cm deep. Ensure drainage, regular watering, and good light (6+ hours of sun). Containers are convenient for placing in partial shade during heat.
Harvest greens at full leaf development (5-6 weeks after sowing), cutting leaves from the bottom up. For seeds, leave plants to mature fully, then cut and dry umbels in bundles.
Benefits and nutrition
Benefit information coming soon
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