When to Plant Dill in Montana
In a typical Montana location, sow outdoors Apr 23 – May 7. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 14 in Laurel and as late as May 23 in Butte.
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 |
|---|---|
| Billings | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Missoula | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Great Falls | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Bozeman | May 5 – May 19 |
| Butte | May 23 – Jun 6 |
| Helena | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Kalispell | May 10 – May 24 |
| Havre | Apr 24 – May 8 |
| Anaconda | May 11 – May 25 |
| Miles City | Apr 17 – May 1 |
| Helena Valley Southeast | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Belgrade | May 5 – May 19 |
| Helena Valley West Central | Apr 18 – May 2 |
| Evergreen | May 10 – May 24 |
| Livingston | May 6 – May 20 |
| Whitefish | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Laurel | Apr 14 – Apr 28 |
| Sidney | Apr 20 – May 4 |
| Lockwood | Apr 19 – May 3 |
| Lewistown | Apr 23 – May 7 |
Showing the 20 most populous of 20 Montana cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Montana cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant dill in Montana?
In a typical Montana location, sow outdoors Apr 23 – May 7. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Apr 14 in Laurel and as late as May 23 in Butte.
When is the last frost in Montana?
The average last spring frost in Montana ranges from May 5 in Laurel to June 13 in Butte, 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 Montana
- 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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