Herbs
Dill
anethum graveolens
Taste & scent
Flavor & aroma
Dill has a fresh, grassy, and slightly sweet aroma. Dill weed has a fresh, grassy flavor with a hint of citrus and anise, while dill seeds are bolder with more pronounced anise and citrus flavors.
Cook with it
In the kitchen
- Dill is particularly delicious when paired with fish.
- Traditionally the seasoning of choice for pickles.
In the garden
Growing it
Dill is native to southern Europe and central and southern Asia, growing wild in open areas. Dill grows great for us in the US in mild weather, but frosts and heat are not friends. Grow in fertile, well draining soil in cool weather.
Keep it useful
Storage & preserving
Fresh dill is fantastic and flavorful. Store your fresh dill in a jar with some water, like a bouquet of flowers, in the refrigerator. You could cover with a plastic bag, if you like, but just hanging in the fridge is also fine. Change the water every other day, or so. Dry dill should be stored in an air-tight jar with the rest of your kitchen herbs and spices.
Herbal tradition
Traditional use notes
Dill is a widely used remedy for gas and colic, and is especially great for children. Dill can also increase the production of breast milk, and help soothe a colicky baby. Dill is great for calming digestion, helping to relieve spasms and cramps.
Safety first
Things to know
Consumption of dill can cause sensitivity to sunlight. This can also occur after contact with the sap or juices of the freshly cut plant.
Herbal information on Fate Apothecary is for educational purposes only and is not individualized medical advice. Herbs can interact with medications, health conditions, pregnancy, and one another.