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Growing Dill in Santa Cruz: From Seed to Harvest in Cool Seasons
Dill is a cool-season herb that thrives in Santa Cruz County's mild temperatures, but timing is everything. Plant too late in spring, and you'll have flowers before you've harvested any leaves. This guide covers the best planting windows, variety selection, and strategies for extending your dill harvest throughout the year.