The dill was sown, nurtured and cared for. At first it grew poorly and almost led a shadowy existence. A few days later it completely collapsed. Below you can read about the possible reasons for this.
For what reasons can dill die?
Dill can be damaged due topest infestationfor example by root lice or snails, bydiseases,droughtnessorWetnessas well as an unfavorablelocation. More rarely, the death of dill is due to over-fertilization or a lack of nutrients.
What pests can cause dill to die?
EspeciallyRoot lice,Aphids,VolesandSnailscan quickly cause the dill to die. The root louse is not visible above ground and is therefore particularly insidious. Due to their sucking activity, the dill initially turns yellowish until it suddenly dies. Garlic helps here to deter the pest. Snails and voles can cause the dill to die overnight. With the aphids it takes a little longer. It starts with the dill no longer growing and gradually dying.
Does drought cause dill to die?
Since dill tolerates drought poorly,canit willsink in the process If you have freshly sown the dill seeds and forgotten to keep them moist germination is prevented by the dry soil. Even young dill plants die immediately in dry conditions.
Can diseases completely destroy dill?
There areseveral diseasesthat can cause the dillto die First and foremost are fungal diseases. Root rot caused by waterlogging causes the dill to die quickly. Umbel brandy is also a quick death for dill. Water the dill moderately and only from below to prevent fungal diseases!
Which plant neighbors have a negative effect on dill?
Dill does not get along with certain plant neighbors such asParsley,BasilandCelery and reacts then with premature death. Dill can be grown in mixed cultures, but plants such as cucumbers, zucchini or cabbage should be chosen.
Was the crop rotation for the dill observed?
Crop rotation is ofcrucial importance for dill cultivationand, if ignored, can lead toquick death of the plant. Dill should not be planted in the same place for four years. So plant it in a different location every year!
Can too little fertilizer cause dill to die?
An extreme nutrient deficiency can harm the dill and lead todeathof the plantThis can be prevented by placing the dill in a nutrient-rich plant planting soil. But over-fertilization can also cause the dill to die. So don't overdo it, find the right amount.
Tip
For more success, distribute the seeds widely
Sprinkle the dill seeds widely into the bed. Dill often does not grow everywhere, but only where the conditions are optimal for it. Wherever it eventually grows, it can be cultivated further.
