Dill

🌿 Dill (Anethum graveolens – شبت)

Dill (Anethum graveolens), known as شبت in Arabic, is an aromatic annual herb valued for its feathery green leaves and distinct flavor. Native to the Mediterranean and Western Asia, dill is widely used in cooking, especially in salads, soups, and pickles. Its delicate yellow flowers attract pollinators, making it both decorative and useful in gardens. Besides its culinary uses, dill is also known for aiding digestion and offering antioxidant benefits.

Benefits of Dill

• Aromatic leaves used in culinary dishes and pickling

• Supports digestion and has mild medicinal properties

• Attracts pollinators like bees and butterflies

• Easy to grow in pots or garden beds

• Enhances both flavor and greenery in home gardens

Care Tips for Dill

• Light: Prefers full sunlight

• Watering: Moderate; keep soil lightly moist

• Soil: Well-draining, fertile soil

• Pruning: Harvest leaves regularly to promote new growth

• Fertilizer: Use mild organic compost occasionally