Author Archives: ThePlantLady

About ThePlantLady

ThePlantLady.com is a library of gardening information compiled from many resources, including written texts, online databases, current research, and first-hand experience from farmers and gardeners. It includes growing requirements specific to each plant, as well as varietal information. My background in microbiology and chemistry allows me to tap into the scientific research being done today and digest it for the use of the home gardener or small farmer.

Leaf Blight

Various fungi cause leaf blight. Plants affected: corn dill, parsley and other herbs symptoms: dark spots with yellow borders on leaves; leaves may turn yellow or drop off as the disease progresses control: spray foliage with fish emulsion or with sulfur to prevent the spread of mild infections (OGHB) fig lawns onion strawberries  

Indian Dill (Anethum sowa)

Details Open-Pollinated: ? Maturity: ? Size: smaller than common dill Yield: ? Taste: slightly more bitter than the common strain Disease Resistance: ? Notes: seeds used in Indian curries leaves used in rice and soups Sources: (where to buy) Sandy Mush Herb Nursery Results from My Garden: have not tried this variety yet

Fernleaf Dill

Details Open-Pollinated: ? Maturity: early Size: compact, space-saving plant; 18″ tall Yield: ? Taste: ? Disease/Problem Resistance: slow to bolt Notes: AAS Winner Patented by Plant Variety Protection especially suited to containers Sources: (where to buy) Southern Exposure Seed Exchange Results from My Garden: have not tried this variety yet

Dukat Dill

Details Open-Pollinated: ? Maturity: ? Size: ? Yield: ? Taste: flavor is mellow and aromatic; never bitter Disease/Problem Resistance: slow to bolt (A-Z) Notes: bred for higher essential oil content best for its fresh leaves originally from Finland excellent with shrimp, fish, and cucumbers Sources: (where to buy) widely available Results from My Garden: love this […]