Dill
In season here from May through September.
In season in SW Michigan
In season
Months from the MSU Extension seasonal availability guide. Weather shifts dates a little each year.
Key nutrients
Per ¼ cup sprigs, fresh · 2.2 g
| Nutrient | Amount | %DV | |
|---|---|---|---|
| Calories | 1 | ||
| Carbohydrate | 0.2 g | 0% | |
| Fiber | 0.0 g | 0% | |
| Vitamin A | 8.5 mcg | 1% | |
| Vitamin C | 1.9 mg | 2% | |
| Potassium | 16 mg | 0% |
FDC ID 172233 · Dill weed, fresh (SR Legacy)
%DV uses FDA Daily Values for adults and children 4+. Values are USDA lab averages scaled to the serving; your harvest may differ.
Wellness
A quarter cup of fresh dill sprigs has about 1 calorie and less than 10% of the Daily Value for each nutrient listed above. (USDA)
Pick, store and use
- Pick
Look for firm leaves that aren't wilted, with no black spots or insects and a strong aroma. (MSU Extension)
- Store
Refrigerate fresh herbs like dill; most last about a week. (MSU Extension · MSU Extension)
- Dry
Rinse and trim, then tie in bundles and hang upside down to air-dry, or use a food dryer. (MSU Extension)
Where to get it nearby
No farm in our directory lists dill by name yet. Many farm markets carry more than their listing says, so it's worth asking.
Sources: USDA FoodData Central, FDC ID 172233 · FDA Daily Values · MSU Extension Michigan Fresh: Herbs · MSU Extension: Storing Michigan Fresh Produce · MSU Extension seasonal availability guide · Farm list: Farm to Table Growers research (2026).