When to Plant Dill in Florida
In a typical Florida location, sow outdoors Jan 4 – Jan 18. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Dec 25 in Sarasota and as late as Feb 28 in Crestview. 103 cities in Florida are essentially frost-free and can plant on a year-round schedule.
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 |
|---|---|
| Jacksonville | Jan 11 – Jan 25 |
| Miami | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Tampa | Dec 30 – Jan 13 |
| Orlando | Dec 27 – Jan 10 |
| St. Petersburg | Dec 27 – Jan 10 |
| Hialeah | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Tallahassee | Feb 18 – Mar 4 |
| Fort Lauderdale | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Cape Coral | Dec 26 – Jan 9 |
| Pembroke Pines | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Port Saint Lucie | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Hollywood | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Gainesville | Feb 10 – Feb 24 |
| Miramar | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Coral Springs | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| West Palm Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Palm Bay | Dec 26 – Jan 9 |
| Clearwater | Dec 27 – Jan 10 |
| Miami Gardens | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Pompano Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Lakeland | Jan 5 – Jan 19 |
| Brandon | Jan 9 – Jan 23 |
| Davie | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Spring Hill | Jan 15 – Jan 29 |
| Boca Raton | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Plantation | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Miami Beach | Frost-free: year-round planting |
| Deltona | Jan 5 – Jan 19 |
| Lehigh Acres | Dec 27 – Jan 10 |
| Melbourne | Dec 30 – Jan 13 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 351 Florida cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Florida cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant dill in Florida?
In a typical Florida location, sow outdoors Jan 4 – Jan 18. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Dec 25 in Sarasota and as late as Feb 28 in Crestview. 103 cities in Florida are essentially frost-free and can plant on a year-round schedule.
When is the last frost in Florida?
The average last spring frost in Florida ranges from January 15 in Sarasota to March 21 in Crestview, 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 Florida
- 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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