When to Plant Dill in Connecticut
In a typical Connecticut location, sow outdoors Mar 28 – Apr 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 15 in Bridgeport and as late as Apr 17 in Torrington.
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 |
|---|---|
| Bridgeport | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| New Haven | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Stamford | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| North Stamford | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Hartford | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Waterbury | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Norwalk | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Danbury | Mar 30 – Apr 13 |
| East Norwalk | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| New Britain | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| West Hartford | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Bristol | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Meriden | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Hamden | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
| Fairfield | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| West Haven | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Milford | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| Stratford | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| City of Milford (balance) | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| East Hartford | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Middletown | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Enfield | Mar 31 – Apr 14 |
| Southington | Apr 5 – Apr 19 |
| Shelton | Apr 4 – Apr 18 |
| Norwich | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Trumbull | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
| West Torrington | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Torrington | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Glastonbury | Mar 27 – Apr 10 |
| Naugatuck | Mar 28 – Apr 11 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 86 Connecticut cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Connecticut cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant dill in Connecticut?
In a typical Connecticut location, sow outdoors Mar 28 – Apr 11. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Mar 15 in Bridgeport and as late as Apr 17 in Torrington.
When is the last frost in Connecticut?
The average last spring frost in Connecticut ranges from April 5 in Bridgeport to May 8 in Torrington, 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 Connecticut
- 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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