Dill

This super herb is native to diverse regions around the world, including Russia, Africa and the Mediterranean. Luckily this means you can get it growing almost anywhere to enjoy both its fresh taste and health benefits.

Therapeutic benefits
A tangy addition to fish, pickles and salads, dill lets you eat your way to all natural better health. Dill is chemoprotective, which means it can help to neutralise carcinogens. Dill is also super mineral-rich, containing lots of calcium for strong bones and reduced symptoms of rheumatoid arthritis. Other minerals that abound in dill include magnesium, iron, dietary fiber and manganese.

Historically, dill was revered in ancient Greek and Roman cultures for its many healing properties. Hippocrates, the father of medicine, wrote of dill’s anti-bacterial properties in a recipe for cleaning the mouth. Ancient soldiers would also use burnt dill seeds on their wounds to avoid infection.

How to grow dill
It’s best to plant your dill annually in a sunny spot. It will easily grow from seeds, but make sure you plant them close together so their wispy structure can support one another. Dill can grow up to a meter tall; it’s best to put it in the back of your veggie patch or herb garden so it doesn’t block your access to other plants.

Source Of Information : Therapeutic Uses of Common Backyard Trees and Plants