When to plant dill in Wisconsin
Wisconsin spans USDA zones 4b–6a, so the right time to plant dill shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about April 5 in Pleasant Prairie to April 27 in River Falls — below are local dates for 97 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Milwaukee | 6a | April 26 | October 18 | April 12 – May 24 |
| Madison | 5a | May 1 | October 9 | April 17 – May 29 |
| Green Bay | 5b | May 7 | October 9 | April 23 – June 4 |
| Kenosha | 5b | April 28 | October 19 | April 14 – May 26 |
| Racine | 6a | April 20 | October 24 | April 6 – May 18 |
| Appleton | 5b | May 4 | October 6 | April 20 – June 1 |
| Waukesha | 5b | May 1 | October 13 | April 17 – May 29 |
| Eau Claire | 4b | April 24 | October 14 | April 10 – May 22 |
Dill in Wisconsin: FAQ
When can I plant dill in Wisconsin?
Across Wisconsin, the time to direct-sow dill spans roughly April 5 in Pleasant Prairie to April 27 in River Falls, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the dill planting date vary across Wisconsin?
Yes. Wisconsin publishes 97 cities with their own frost dates, so the right dill planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does dill take to grow in Wisconsin?
Dill takes about 40–60 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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