Why you can't ignore dill that has appeared between the beds: a note for summer residents

26.03.2023 22:20

Many gardeners do not pick dill that has grown “by itself” in some part of their country plot.

Such summer residents are sure that a plant cannot be considered a weed if it is edible and useful.

However, in reality, the appearance of harmless greenery can lead to serious consequences.

A gardener who ignores dill growing between rows can easily lose his harvest of the main garden crops.

What is the danger of dill as a weed?

Over time, this greenery can “take over” the beds and displace the main plants.

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Dill can have a negative effect on carrots and potatoes.

Over time, the greenery can grow so much that it will be very difficult to remove.

Thus, a summer resident who notices dill that has appeared in the wrong place should immediately pull out the plant.

It is advisable to do this even if the gardener wants to get a dill harvest.

Greens should be grown only in a specially designated bed. Otherwise, a tasty and healthy plant can turn into a malicious weed.

There is no need to throw away the collected green mass: it can be safely sent to the compost pit.

Author: Kurchev Anton Deputy Editor-in-Chief