Dill Soya Saag Seeds

About Dill Soya Saag Seeds

Soya saag / dill — aromatic leaves added to dal and sabzi; a winter crop.

• Botanical name: Anethum graveolens
• Care level: Easy
• Expected germination time: 7-14 days at 18-25C under suitable conditions*

How to Grow

1. Fill a seedling tray or small pot with a fine, clean, well-draining seed-starting mix.
2. Sow at the right depth — 0.5–1 cm — sow directly; dill dislikes transplanting.
3. Water gently with a spray bottle so the seeds are not displaced. Keep the medium moist, not waterlogged.
4. Place the tray where it gets the right light for this plant (full sun). Protect young seedlings from harsh afternoon sun.
5. Under suitable conditions, sprouts usually appear in 7-14 days at 18-25C.

Light, water, soil and feeding

• Light: Full sun
• Water: Keep the soil lightly moist; water 2–3 times a week. It dislikes excess water.
• Soil: Light, well-drained soil; pH 6.0-7.5
• Temperature: 15-26C
• Fertiliser: Little feeding — compost at sowing is enough.

Sowing season in India

October–February (a winter crop). Exact timing depends on your local temperature and conditions.

Common problems

Transplant shock — so sow directly. It flowers early in the heat.

*Germination time is an expected range under suitable temperature, moisture, sowing depth and storage conditions. Natural germination cannot be guaranteed.