When to Plant Dill in Tennessee
In a typical Tennessee location, sow outdoors Mar 16 – Mar 30. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 23 in New South Memphis and as late as Mar 31 in Bristol.
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 |
|---|---|
| Nashville | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| New South Memphis | Feb 23 – Mar 9 |
| Memphis | Feb 23 – Mar 9 |
| Knoxville | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Chattanooga | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Clarksville | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Murfreesboro | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| East Chattanooga | Mar 3 – Mar 17 |
| Franklin | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| Cordova | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Jackson | Mar 12 – Mar 26 |
| Johnson City | Mar 29 – Apr 12 |
| Bartlett | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Hendersonville | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Kingsport | Mar 19 – Apr 2 |
| Collierville | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Smyrna | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Cleveland | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Brentwood | Mar 25 – Apr 8 |
| Germantown | Mar 8 – Mar 22 |
| Hermitage | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Columbia | Mar 20 – Apr 3 |
| Spring Hill | Mar 13 – Mar 27 |
| La Vergne | Mar 23 – Apr 6 |
| Gallatin | Mar 26 – Apr 9 |
| Cookeville | Mar 24 – Apr 7 |
| Mount Juliet | Mar 11 – Mar 25 |
| Lebanon | Mar 16 – Mar 30 |
| Morristown | Mar 20 – Apr 3 |
| Oak Ridge | Mar 15 – Mar 29 |
Showing the 30 most populous of 70 Tennessee cities. Dates are estimates from each city's NOAA frost normals and university extension timing guidelines. See all Tennessee cities.
Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant dill in Tennessee?
In a typical Tennessee location, sow outdoors Mar 16 – Mar 30. Across the state, the outdoor planting window starts as early as Feb 23 in New South Memphis and as late as Mar 31 in Bristol.
When is the last frost in Tennessee?
The average last spring frost in Tennessee ranges from March 16 in New South Memphis to April 21 in Bristol, 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 Tennessee
- 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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