Organic Mariska Dill Seeds 20 Count Anethum graveolens Description: Hardy Annual Herb. Mariska dill is a little known but hardy and compact variety with high essential oils and a pungent aroma is a great dill for the kitchen garden, windowsill or containers. Originated in the Rostov, Russia region near the Caspian Sea. This extended- season, versatile dill is a slow-bolting, space-saving variety that produces large quantities of dill weed. Days to Germination: 7 - 14 Planting Depth: 0.25 - 0.25 inches Plant Height: 14 - 20 inches Plant Spacing: 9 - 9 inches Seed Origin Method: Organic Preserve By: Drying Planting Instructions: Sow seed directly in the garden in well-drained soil in a sunny location. Performs best in rows 9 inches apart. Thin plants to 9 inches apart when they are 2 inches tall. The seeds can be harvested when the lower part of a seed cluster is ripe. Planting Harvest leaves just as the flowers open. To preserve leaves, dry them slowly at 100 degrees Fahrenheit. For seeds, hang clusters in warm, dry place with tray beneath to catch seeds. General Information: This organic vegetable has been around for quite some time, and is chosen for beauty, taste, color, and personal preference of those that care about what they are eating. All Heirloom Vegetable Seed that is supplied by Oak Tree Seed Co. is of the highest quality that we can locate through meticulous searching from over 1000 grower, farmer, and CSA