Pruning dill starts when the plant is still small, once its got around five leaves – somewhere between four and eight weeks after planting. Start by pinching the growing tips to encourage a bushier plant. The bushier the plant, the more stems and leaves it has and so more available to harvest.
How do I harvest dill from my AeroGarden?
You can start harvesting AeroGarden dill as soon as you see 4 to 5 leaves growing and continue to trim fresh leaves for at least four months. Since dill doesn’t have stiff stems, you can use kitchen scissors to trim the leaves at the top or cut the stem near the pod.
Does dill grow back after trimming?
Tip. Cutting down the dill plant stops its growth, but its seeds will continue to mature after harvest. If you plan to save seed from your plant, this is your best option.
Should I trim my AeroGarden?
Cut Back to Grow More
Not only does trimming and pruning keep plants well-sized for getting the right amount of water and nutrients in your AeroGarden, but it keeps them from overcrowding and blocking the light from smaller plants that you may be growing.
How do you fix leggy dill seedlings?
The best way to fix leggy seedlings is give them more light, ASAP! This could mean adding a supplemental grow light if you’re not using one already, upgrading to a stronger light, or lowering your current light closer to the seedlings so it is more effective.
Is it OK to let dill flower?
The flowers will develop into pungent seeds, commonly used in canning and pickling. To harvest the seeds, let the flower turn brown and the seeds turn from green to tan. Snip off the head and hang it upside down in a dry, warm location to finish maturing.
