Herb
Can you grow Dill on a balcony?
Anethum graveolens
Yes — grows well in pots
Dill (Anethum graveolens) grows well on a balcony in a suitable container. It needs full sun — around 6+ hours of direct sun a day. Start harvesting leaves in as little as six weeks; pick once the plant has 4–5 leaves. All figures below are sourced from RHS and the Old Farmer's Almanac.
Sun
☀️ Full sun (6+ h)
Water
Medium
Difficulty
Easy
Hardiness
Annual
Container fit
Good
Sow
Sow outdoors from mid-spring in a sunny, sheltered spot, in small batches through to mid-summer; or start indoors at min 15°C (germinates in 1–2 weeks)
Harvest
Start harvesting leaves in as little as six weeks; pick once the plant has 4–5 leaves
Good companions: Cabbage, Brussels sprouts, broccoli and other brassicas; cucumbers (attracts ladybirds and parasitic wasps)
Avoid nearby: Carrots (can decrease yields)
Balcony tip: Dill grows 60–100cm tall, so choose a deep, sheltered pot and site it out of strong winds; sow a small batch every few weeks for a continuous supply of leaves
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What size pot does Dill need?
Container size for Dill isn't specified by our sources for a single value — as a rule, give roots room and don't let a small pot dry out. Check the linked RHS/Almanac page.
How much sun does Dill need on a balcony?
Dill wants full sun — about 6+ hours of direct sun daily. Match it to your balcony's aspect before buying seed.
When do you sow Dill?
Sow outdoors from mid-spring in a sunny, sheltered spot, in small batches through to mid-summer; or start indoors at min 15°C (germinates in 1–2 weeks). Timing shifts with your climate/USDA zone — the linked sources give the detail.
Sources & date
- RHS: Dill
- Old Farmer's Almanac: Dill
- Data as of: 2026-07-10
- Container sizes and timings are guidance — adjust to your climate/USDA zone and balcony aspect.