Dill Seeds – Nano Dwarf (Horti Tops) | WINTER

Horti Tops Dill Nano Dwarf (Anethum graveolens) is a compact annual herb from Horti Tops, admired for its aromatic, finely divided green foliage.

Sow seeds approximately 0.5–1 cm deep in fertile, well-draining soil. Provide full sunlight, maintain moderate moisture and harvest tender leaves regularly.

Key Features

• Botanical Name: Anethum graveolens

• Common Name: Dill / Soya

• Variety: Nano Dwarf

• Brand: Horti Tops

• Plant Type: Aromatic Culinary Herb

• Growth Habit: Compact, upright and leafy

• Leaf Colour: Fresh Green

• Leaf Shape: Fine, feathery and delicate

• Leaf Aroma: Distinctive dill fragrance

• Taste: Fresh, aromatic and mildly anise-like

• Plant Height: Compact dwarf growth; actual height depends on growing conditions

• Sunlight: Full sun

• Growing Season: Winter and early spring in Lahore

• First Harvest: Approximately 35–50 days after sowing

• Special Features: Compact growth, aromatic foliage, edible leaves and suitability for small-space gardening

Recommended Grow Bags

G-8 Grow Bag – 8 × 8 inch – 1–2 plants, suitable for compact herb cultivation.

G-11 Grow Bag – 11 × 10 inch – 3–4 plants with suitable spacing.

G-12 Grow Bag – 12 × 12 inch – 4–5 plants with careful spacing and regular harvesting.

Important: Dill develops a taproot and prefers direct sowing in its final growing container. Avoid overcrowding and unnecessary transplanting.

Recommended Soil / Potting Mix

50% Bhalu Mitti / Garden Soil + 30% GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost + 20% Cocopeat.

Use loose, fertile and well-draining soil containing moderate organic matter.

A soil pH of approximately 6.0–7.0 is suitable.

Avoid compacted soil, waterlogging and excessive fertilization.

Growing Instructions from Seeds

• Method: Direct sowing recommended

• Sowing Depth: Approximately 0.5–1 cm

• Germination: 10–14 days

• Ideal Germination Temperature: 15–25°C

• Plant Spacing: Approximately 15–20 cm for compact plants

• Seeds per Spot: Sow 2–3 seeds and thin to one healthy plant

• Transplanting: Avoid unnecessary root disturbance

• Watering: Keep soil lightly and evenly moist during germination

For continuous harvesting, sow small batches every 2–3 weeks during suitable cool weather.

Sunlight & Watering

Sunlight: Full sun, preferably 5–6 hours or more daily.

Watering: Water moderately and regularly, allowing the upper soil surface to begin drying between waterings.

Maintain adequate moisture during active growth without waterlogging.

Growth & Harvesting

• First Harvest: Approximately 35–50 days after sowing

• Leaf Colour: Fresh Green

• Leaf Shape: Fine and feathery

• Growth Habit: Compact and upright

• Harvesting Method: Cut tender outer leaves or young leafy stems

• Harvesting Frequency: Regular light harvesting as new foliage develops

• Flower Colour: Yellow

• Flower Shape: Small flowers arranged in umbrella-like clusters

Feeding

Mix GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost into the soil before sowing.

Apply a small additional amount of vermicompost during active growth if necessary.

Avoid excessive nitrogen fertilization, which may encourage weak, overly lush growth.

Related Products

• GREEN GARDENS Grow Bags

• GREEN GARDENS Vermicompost

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