Anethum graveolens Yakima (Helsinki)
£6.95
Dill. Aromatic, compact variety making it ideal to grow in pots. Fine, thread-like, blue-green leaves and small yellow flowers in summer. Leaves are invaluable for cooking, its flowers and seeds for salads and as a cut flower. Will self-sow freely. Height 25cm. Full sun. Well-drained soil.
Description
Anethum graveolens Yakima is a compact dill variety ideal for containers, herb gardens, and sunny borders, producing aromatic foliage and decorative yellow flowers.
PLANTING and AFTERCARE GUIDE
Best Planting Time
The best time to plant Anethum graveolens Yakima is in spring or early summer when the soil is workable and warming. This helps the plant establish quickly and produce plenty of foliage.
Site Selection
Sunlight: Anethum Yakima grows best in full sun, where it will develop strong growth and aromatic leaves.
Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soil is ideal. Improve heavy soils with compost or grit to ensure Anethum does not sit in overly wet conditions.
Planting Instructions
- Dig a hole slightly wider than the plant’s root ball and the same depth.
- Gently remove the plant from its pot and loosen the roots if compacted.
- Place your Anethum Yakima in the hole with the top of the root ball level with the soil surface.
- Backfill with soil, firm gently, and water thoroughly to help Anethum graveolens Yakima establish.
Watering Requirements
Water regularly during the first growing season to help your Anethum establish. Keep the soil evenly moist but not waterlogged.
Feeding
Apply a light balanced fertiliser during the growing season to support healthy foliage growth. Anethum graveolens Yakima does not require heavy feeding.
Pruning and Harvesting
Harvest leaves regularly to encourage fresh growth and prevent the plant from becoming leggy. Removing flower heads can extend the leaf harvest period for Anethum graveolens Yakima.
Mulching
Apply a light organic mulch around the base to retain moisture and suppress weeds, which will help Anethum graveolens Yakima grow steadily.
Final Tips
Ideal for containers and herb gardens, Anethum graveolens Yakima is easy to grow and provides aromatic leaves, flowers, and seeds useful in cooking and salads throughout the growing season.
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