When to Plant Dill in Alabama
In a typical Alabama location, sow outdoors Feb 28 – Mar 14. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 31 in Mobile and as late as Mar 16 in Jacksonville.
Taprooted, does not transplant well; direct sow 1-3 weeks before last frost, succession sow through summer.
Dill Planting Dates by City
| City | Direct sow |
|---|---|
| Huntsville | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Birmingham | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Montgomery | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| Mobile | Jan 31 – Feb 14 |
| Tuscaloosa | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Hoover | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| Dothan | Feb 8 – Feb 22 |
| Auburn | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| Decatur | Mar 5 – Mar 19 |
| Madison | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Florence | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Phenix City | Feb 12 – Feb 26 |
| Gadsden | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| East Florence | Mar 6 – Mar 20 |
| Prattville | Feb 20 – Mar 6 |
| Vestavia Hills | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Alabaster | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| Opelika | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Enterprise | Feb 16 – Mar 2 |
| Bessemer | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Homewood | Feb 28 – Mar 14 |
| Athens | Feb 27 – Mar 13 |
| Daphne | Feb 22 – Mar 8 |
| Northport | Feb 25 – Mar 11 |
| Dixiana | Mar 14 – Mar 28 |
| Pelham | Feb 26 – Mar 12 |
| Prichard | Jan 31 – Feb 14 |
| Anniston | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
| Albertville | Feb 24 – Mar 10 |
| Oxford | Mar 2 – Mar 16 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 72 Alabama cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Alabama cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant dill in Alabama?
In a typical Alabama location, sow outdoors Feb 28 – Mar 14. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Jan 31 in Mobile and as late as Mar 16 in Jacksonville.
When is the last frost in Alabama?
The average last spring frost in Alabama ranges from February 21 in Mobile to April 6 in Jacksonville, based on NOAA 1991–2020 climate normals.
How long do dill take to grow?
Dill typically take 40–60 days from planting to harvest. Taprooted, does not transplant well; direct sow 1-3 weeks before last frost, succession sow through summer.
Other Crops in Alabama
- Tomatoes
- Peppers
- Eggplant
- Cucumbers
- Zucchini
- Winter Squash
- Pumpkins
- Watermelon
- Cantaloupe
- Corn
- Green Beans
- Peas
- Lettuce
- Spinach
- Kale
- Arugula
- Swiss Chard
- Broccoli
- Cauliflower
- Cabbage
- Brussels Sprouts
- Carrots
- Beets
- Radishes
- Turnips
- Onions
- Garlic
- Potatoes
- Sweet Potatoes
- Asparagus
- Basil
- Cilantro
- Parsley
- Oregano
- Thyme
- Sunflowers
- Zinnias
- Marigolds
- Cosmos
- Nasturtiums
- Dahlias
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