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When to Plant Dill in Coweta County, GA

Dill is a feathery annual herb with aromatic leaves and seeds. Its fine foliage and umbrella-shaped flower heads attract beneficial insects to the garden.

Coweta County, Georgia is in USDA Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 23 and the first fall frost is November 6, giving you a growing season of approximately 228 days.

At an elevation of 264 feet, Coweta County receives approximately 48.4 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly clay loam soil. Summer highs average 91ยฐF, providing good warmth for Dill during the growing season. Clay soil retains moisture well for Dill, but amend with compost to improve drainage and prevent root rot.

Coweta County, GA (Zone 7b) Long season
228 days
Last Spring Frost March 23
228 growing days
First Fall Frost November 6

Coweta County Soil Profile

Soil Type

Clay Loam

Soil pH

5.8-6.8

Drainage

Well Drained

Plant Planting Risk Windows

Early Start (70% safe) ✓ Fits season (133 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 8 Transplant: Mar 8 🍅 Harvest: Apr 19 – Jun 21
Recommended (50%) ✓ Fits season (130 days to spare)
Start indoors: Feb 16 Transplant: Mar 16 🍅 Harvest: Apr 27 – Jun 29
Safe Start (90%) ✓ Fits season (134 days to spare)
Start indoors: Mar 7 Transplant: Apr 4 🍅 Harvest: May 16 – Jul 18

Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.

Plant Water Budget

Plant needs
1.0″/week
Rainfall provides
0.9″/week
You supply
0.1″/week
Watering frequency Only during dry spells
Season total 220 gal / 100 sq ft
Dill needs ~912 GDD — county provides 4,161 GDD Excellent fit

Dill Planting Timeline โ€” Coweta County, GA

Dill Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors February 16 Feb 16 โ€“ Mar 2
Transplant Outdoors March 16 Mar 16 โ€“ Mar 30
Direct Sow March 9 Mar 9 โ€“ Mar 30
Fall Sowing August 28 Aug 28 โ€“ Sep 11
Harvest April 27 Apr 27 โ€“ Jun 29

Plant 0.5" deep ยท 8" apart ยท Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January โ€”
February Start Indoors
March Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
April Harvest
May Harvest
June Harvest
July โ€”
August Fall Sowing
September Fall Sowing
October โ€”
November โ€”
December โ€”

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

Water

Moderate โ€” regular watering

Days to Maturity

40โ€“60 days

Soil pH

5.5 โ€“ 7

USDA Zone

Zone 7b

Growing Season

228 days

Growing Tips for Coweta County

Direct sow in spring as dill has a taproot and dislikes transplanting. Succession sow for continuous leaf harvest. Allow some plants to flower for seeds and to attract beneficial insects.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

Avoid Planting Near

  • Carrots
  • Tomatoes

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Dill in Coweta County, GA?

Coweta County is in Zone 7b with an average last frost of March 23. Plan your Dill planting based on this frost date โ€” see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Coweta County, GA?

Coweta County, Georgia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7b. The average last spring frost is March 23 and first fall frost is November 6.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Coweta County, GA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: April 2026.