When to plant dill in Astoria, OR

Plant dill from seed, directly in the garden in Astoria, Apr 1 – Jun 3.

Easy Plant seeds in the ground

Why these dates

Astoria's typical last spring frost is March 26. On the coast, the soil is usually ready for dill around April 1.

Coast. Mild winters but cool, foggy summers. Frost is rarely the problem; warmth is. Pick early, cool-tolerant varieties of tomatoes and squash.

Prepare the bed: loosen the soil and mix in an inch or two of compost.
Plant seeds Apr 1 – Jun 3, ¼ inch deep, 12 inches apart.
Keep the soil evenly moist until sprouts appear, which can take one to three weeks in cool soil.
Harvest: Snip leaves any time. For pickling, cut the flower heads just as they open.

Tall plants flop in wind and rain. Grow 'Fernleaf', a compact variety, or give it a stake.

Doesn't like being transplanted; sow it where it will grow. Let a few plants flower to feed beneficial insects.

When is the last frost in Astoria, OR?

Typically March 26. In 9 years out of 10, frost is over by April 18. These are 1991–2020 NOAA climate normals for Astoria Regional Airport.

Is it too late to plant dill in Astoria?

The spring planting window runs through June 3. Later plantings tend to struggle in summer heat.

How long until I can harvest dill?

About 60 days after planting. Snip leaves any time. For pickling, cut the flower heads just as they open.