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SIP ’N’ STROLL As the number of Santa Clara Valley wineries grow, so does Morgan Hill’s wine event

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onoma County may boast an impressive 425 wineries, but the nearly two-hour drive proves too far for many.

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Los Gatos has a nice collection of wineries, but wine fans have to brave the treacherous Highway 17 to get there.

Thankfully, wine lovers in southern Santa Clara County don’t have to look far: The growing Santa Clara Valley AVA features more than 30 wineries all within a roughly 20-mile radius.

But if that is still too far to travel, most of the wineries will be in one place on April 27.

The Morgan Hill Wine Stroll returns to downtown from 1-5pm, featuring 23 wineries pouring wine in 22 businesses.

Put on by the Morgan Hill Downtown Association, the annual event proves popular, with the more than 1,000 tickets typically selling out early, said Kerry Wallace, who is chairing this year’s stroll.

“We’ve always had a very successful Wine Stroll with full attendance,” she said. “It’s a good time had by all.”

This year, organizers are looking to evolve the stroll into an art and wine festival-type event, Wallace said. As a result, the stroll will feature an art gallery that so far has 15 artists set to display their work, according to Wallace, ➝ 6

ROCKIN’ WALK The band

Undercover gets the crowd moving at the Morgan Hill Wine Stroll in 2018.

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A staple of the event is the poster competition, where ticket-holders will have the chance to vote on which poster designed by a local artist they like best. The winning poster will be used on marketing materials for next year’s event, and the artist will receive a case of wine.

Wallace described the event as a “two-way street” for wineries and downtown businesses: the wineries set up shop inside a business and promote their products to the public, while the businesses and restaurants offer discounts to entice strollers to stay and shop.

“It’s a chance to experience downtown while sipping wine with friends and family,” she said.

Carlo Fortino of Hecker Pass Winery, which has participated in the stroll nearly every year of its existence, said such exposure is crucial in a time when online shopping dominates.

“You want people to come out and touch, taste and feel everything that you’ve got going on,” he said.

Fortino added that many local people are unaware of the wealth of wineries right in their own backyards.

“They are pretty surprised to hear that there are 30 wineries within a 20-mile radius,” he said.

Mike Sampognaro, owner of Morgan Hill Cellars, said he’s experienced a similar situation as well: Many Morgan Hill residents never knew his business existed, despite it being founded in 1913.

“We enjoy talking with the people,” he said. “It’s always good to get out in the community.”

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The family can enjoy Easter celebrations throughout San Benito and South Valley on Apr. 20 and 21.

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Operation Freedom Paws’ fourth annual Easter Egg Hunt will feature games, hunting for eggs and special guest, the Easter Bunny.

Children age 10 or younger are invited to hunt for eggs while others enjoy face painting and more.

Tickets are $5 per hunt participant. Saturday, Apr. 20, 1-3pm at Operation Freedom Paws Canine Education Center, 13920 Llagas Ave. For more information, visit ofpeaster.eventbrite.com or call 408.641.7137.

All ages are invited to hunt for Easter eggs filled with candy at a unique Evening Easter Egg Hunt at Hollister Hills. Hunters are advised to use flashlights or bring along a blacklight to enhance the hunt with a glow-in-the-dark element.

Saturday, Apr. 20, 7:30-8:30pm at Hollister Hills State Vehicular Recreation Area, Radio Ridge Track, in the Lower Ranch, 7800 Cienega Rd. Park entrance fee is $5 per vehicle; there is no charge for this event. For more information, email hollister.hills@parks.ca.gov.

The Easter Steam Train will depart from Roaring Camp in Felton and travel over Indian Creek Trestle and through the Santa Cruz Mountains to the top of Bear Mountain where children will scavenge for chocolate eggs. The train will have three departures per day Saturday, Apr. 20 and Sunday, Apr. 21 at 11am, 12:30pm and 2pm at Roaring Camp Railroads, 5401 Graham Hill Road. For tickets and information, visit roaringcamp.com.

Families are invited to spend Easter at Gilroy Gardens and enjoy an egg hunt and picnic buffet. Children ages 12 and younger can bring their baskets and search for eggs in the free Easter Egg Hunt at 2:30pm.

Guests may also purchase tickets to the Easter Picnic featuring lemon pepper chicken, hot dogs, macaroni and cheese and three-bean, pasta and fruit salads, with seatings at noon and 1pm. Sunday, Apr. 21 at Gilroy Gardens, 3050 Hecker Pass Hwy. Park admission sold separately. For more information, visit gilroygardens.org.

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THEATER

Founding Fathers on stage

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BUILDING A NATION Michael Lund (left) as Thomas Jefferson, Jon Reed as Benjamin Franklin and Peter Mandel as John Adams star in South Valley Civic Theater’s 1776.

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outh Valley Civic Theater last presented the musical 1776, about the politically tricky process of writing the Declaration of Independence, in 2006.

Then came Lin-Manuel Miranda’s huge Broadway hit, Hamilton.

But rather than divert attention from the 1969 musical, with music and lyrics by Sherman Edwards and book by Peter Stone, Hamilton seems to have sparked more interest in all things Founding Fathers.

“This show was one of Miranda’s inspirations,” said Kathy Tom, who is producing the show as part of SVCT’s 50th anniversary season. “He loved this show. He felt if someone could write about the entire Declaration

of Independence, why not about one life?”

1776, which won three Tony Awards, including Best Musical, will open April 26 for a three-weekend run in Morgan Hill. Two performances for area Title I schools are also planned.

Peter Mandel stars as John Adams, Jon Reed as Benjamin Franklin and Michael Lund as Thomas Jefferson. All three appeared in the 2006 production.

“It’s the only show where I’ve felt a chill (of emotion) at the end,” said Reed, who plays Franklin, the most senior of the Founding Fathers at age 70. “So many things during the Revolution that could have gone a little bit differently,” he says, might have led

to a different outcome at the Second Continental Congress.

And even knowing how it turned out, audiences sometimes sit on the edge of their seats, said Tom. For Mandel, Reed and Lund, the passage of more than a decade since the last production has given them a chance to study their characters more thoroughly. Recent biographies of the Founding Fathers have allowed actors to take deeper dives into the Founders’ lives and motivations.

“We all talk about what was the person like,” Lund said.

His character, the red-haired and shy Jefferson, is the most elusive.

“No one’s ever been able to nail that guy down,” he said.

“The other element is, Adams can be played very one-dimensionally,” Mandel said. “The running joke is that Adams was obnoxious and disliked. But he had a very loving relationship with his wife, a very loving relationship with his kids. He’s an interesting person.”

The show is historically instructive, in that it highlights the disagreements, arguments and compromises necessary to the Declaration of Independence, which ultimately was signed by 12 of the 13 colonies (New York abstained).

“They found their way through it,” said Mandel, who sees parallels between the struggles of the Founders and the current political polarization.

“Hopefully we can get back to that.”

In fact, when 1776 opened in 1969, the nation was deep in turmoil over the Vietnam War, civil rights, women’s rights and Woodstock.

“It is an amazing musical,” Mendel said. “It’s been one of my favorites since childhood. I think people will come and enjoy it wonderfully.”

1776 runs April 26-May 12 at South Valley Civic Theatre, Morgan Hill Community Playhouse, 17090 Monterey Rd, Morgan Hill. Tickets $16$25. (408) 842-7469; www.svct.org.

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O& A CALENDAR

YOUTH TRIATHLON

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Children ages 5-13 are invited to take part in the 13th Annual Splash 2 Dash Youth Triathlon. Each triathlon participant will receive a T-shirt, goodie bag, and finisher medal. Distances will vary depending on each competitor’s age group and division waves and times will be determined the morning of the race. All participants must be checked in and registered at least 20 minutes prior to the start of their wave. Saturday, Apr. 27, 8am at Morgan Hill Aquatics Center, 16200 Condit Rd, Morgan Hill. To register, visit tinyurl.com/yy8pjhfs.

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GILROY PEACE CORPS Janet Espinoza will describe her time in the Peace Corps and beyond at the

Gilroy Library, co-sponsored by the AAUW. Espinoza joined the Peace Corps in 2007 and has served in the Dominican Republic, Honduras and Ghana.

The presentation will include time for questions and answers and an opportunity to purchase authentic items made by Honduran artisans.

Monday, Apr. 22, 6pm at Gilroy Library, 350 W. Sixth St. For more information, visit sccl.org.

GUIDED MEDITATION Beginning and seasoned meditators are invited to Group Guided Meditation at the Zen Room. Attendees will be guided to a place in their mind that allows for relaxation and mind expansion, and will leave with feelings of relaxation, peace of mind, clarity and compassion. Space is limited.

Monday, Apr. 22, 6-7:30pm at the Zen Room, 60 Fourth St. For

tickets and more information, visit tinyurl.com/y5xzasyj.

DRIVE SMART The California Highway Patrol’s Hollister-Gilroy Area office will host a free senior driver education class, Age Well Drive Smart. The presentation is designed to help senior drivers continue to drive safely and addresses aging and its effects on safe driving, refreshing knowledge of the rules of the road, safe driving strategies and more. The Age Well Drive Smart presentation will be held Wednesday, Apr. 24, 1-4pm at the Gilroy Senior Center, 7371 Hanna St. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/ y6ons48k.

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HOLI EVENT

The Indian Association of South County (IASC) will host its Annual Holi Event and Potluck. Holi, The Festival of Colours, is one of the largest festivals in India, celebrating the end of the winter season. Guests are invited to join the celebration, wear their bright whites and bring a treat to share. Saturday, Apr. 20, 11am–2:30pm at Morgan Hill Community Park, 171 W. Edmundson Ave, Morgan Hill. For more information, visit iascinfo.com.

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Old timey bluegrass tunes will fill the air at the Brookdale Bluegrass Festival. Acts include Peter Rowan, The Town Howlers, Blue Summit, The Wildcat Mountain Ramblers and more. The festival will also include camping, food vendors and self-contained RV spaces. The Brookdale Bluegrass Festival will be held Friday-Sunday, Apr. 19-21 at San Benito County Historical Park, 8300 Highway 25, Tres Pinos. For tickets and more information, visit brookdalebluegrass.com.

CALLIGRAPHY INTRO A Beginning Calligraphy class will teach students the art of pointed pen calligraphy. Attendees will learn basic strokes, practice drills and lowercase letters with an introduction to uppercase letters. Supplies provided include a straight pen holder, beginnersuited nibs, ink, paper and practice sheets. Ink can get messy, so attendees are advised to dress appropriately or bring an apron or smock. Saturday, Apr. 27, 1-3pm at Art of Yoga, 16165 Monterey Rd #200. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/y6m4mzyo.

SAN JOSE WORLD PREMIERE Luis Valdez, the Chicano playwright and director behind Zoot Suit, La Bamba and El Teatro Campesino, stages the world premiere of his latest work, Adios Mama Carlota, the Empress of Mexico. Empress Carlota—daughter of King Leopold I, King of the Belgians—inherited her title after marrying Emperor Maximilian I of Mexico (later executed in the country Napoleon III had entrusted him to rule).

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GARDEN MARKET The free South County Spring Garden Market will be presented by the UC Master Gardeners of Santa Clara County. Tomatoes, peppers, herbs and more will be available for sale, and UCCE Master Gardeners will also provide gardening talks and advice. Arrive early for the best selection, cash or checks only.

Saturday, Apr. 20, 10am-1:30pm at Guglielmo Winery, 1480 E. Main Ave, Morgan Hill. For more information, visit mgsantaclara. ucanr.edu.

ANZA TRAIL HIKE The Juan Bautista de Anza Expedition will be the subject of the Juan Bautista de Anza Hike history walk. Participants will hike at a moderate pace along the four-mile Arrowhead Trail in Coyote Valley, a certified interpretive site for the Anza Expedition, and learn about the expedition and the experience of the families that undertook it.

Attendees are advised to bring drinking water and a snack for the trail. Heavy rain will cancel.

The Anza Expedition Hike will be held Saturday, Apr. 27, 10am-noon at Coyote Valley Open Space Preserve, 550 Palm Ave. For more information, visit openspaceauthority.org.

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the rise of the Santa Clara Valley AVA has put it among the best in the state.

“Morgan Hill has become the new Los Gatos,” she said.

The stroll has proved to be a boon for the Gilroy-based winery, she said, adding that the event has netted many new wine club members.

“It gives the opportunity for the public to taste our wine without going to the winery,” she said.

Morgan Hill’s established event has even helped a burgeoning wine stroll get off the ground.

When Watsonville city officials and the Pajaro Valley Chamber of Commerce and Agriculture wanted to debut a wine walk downtown in 2018, they headed to Morgan Hill’s stroll to get ideas. Tickets for that first year’s event sold out quickly, and 2019’s event, set for May 11, is

Participating Businesses

• Aver Family Vineyards

• A Visionary Salon

• Clos Le Chance

• Bubbles & Brew

• Creekview Vineyards

• Tryst Fashion Apparel

• Fortino Winery

• Betto's Bistro

• Guglielmo Winery

• Murphy's Mercantile

• Morgan Hill Cellars

• South County Fashion Boutique

• Seeker Vineyard

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• Aimee June Winery • Paradise Valley Vineyards • Hecker Pass Winery

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The Morgan Hill Wine Stroll takes place April 27 from 1-5pm in Downtown Morgan Hill. Early Bird tickets are $39, and day of event admission is $45. For tickets, visit tinyurl.com/y6tqkhc3.

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• Sarah's Vineyard

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enjoying similar success, said Shaz Roth, Pajaro Valley Chamber CEO. “We just had so much fun,” she said of the Morgan Hill stroll. “We got some great ideas.”

Wallace added that the Wine Stroll is representative of the successful growing region here.

“The wineries are really taking off,” she said. “This is really becoming a well-known AVA.” And Valenzuela said attending the stroll is a good way to support local businesses.

“Support your local wineries,” she said. “Drink local.”

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11 are invited to enjoy the day, camp or backpack among the spring wildflowers and scenic trails. Space is limited and pre-registration is required. Friday-Sunday, Apr. 26-28 at the Henry W. Coe Dowdy Visitor Center, Bell’s Station Entrance on Highway 152. For registration, information and detailed directions, visit coepark.net/bcw.

EARTH DAY

The community is invited to celebrate Earth Day in San Benito County with more than 15 partners providing education and interactive Earth Day games and activities for all ages. Attendees can enjoy an upcycled art workshop, free yoga class, free bike safety checks, a performance by Calpuli Itzpapalotl Danza Azteca and more. Food will be available for purchase by Lolla and Farm House Cafe. Saturday, Apr. 20, 10:30am-3pm at Veteran’s Memorial Park, 1221 Memorial Dr, Hollister. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/yyqqhtzs.

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EVENTS

BACKCOUNTRY WEEKEND Henry W. Coe State Park’s Coe Backcountry Weekend will be held in the little-traveled east side of the 87,000-square-foot park. Hikers, mountain bikers and equestrians

WINE STROLL The Wine Stroll is a yearly staple of Morgan Hill’s downtown events. Taste wines from around the region while on a self-guided walking tour throughout downtown.

Participants will receive a wristband, personal tasting glass and map. Saturday, Apr. 27, 1-5pm in Downtown Morgan Hill. Ticket quantities are limited.

For information, tickets and a list of participating wineries and downtown businesses, visit morganhilldowntown.org.

AUTHENTIC PAELLA An authentic Spanish meat paella will be served at Fortino Winery’s Paella Dinner. Guests will also enjoy wines, beers and sangria available for purchase. Saturday, Apr. 27, 2-6pm at Fortino Winery, 4525 Hecker Pass Hwy, Gilroy. For more information, visit fortinowinery.com.

DISCOVERING ARTS Children ages 5-11 are invited to join local art professionals at Kids Discover Arts. This event features free outdoor workshops and handson art activities. Children must be accompanied by an adult and should wear paint-friendly

WAGS N WINE South County Tail Waggers’ third annual Wags ‘N Wine event will feature Rescues on the Runway. The event will feature live music, wine, complimentary appetizers, photo opportunities and more along with a runway show of adoptable Tail Waggers escorted by South County local heroes. Guests will also receive a complimentary wine glass to commemorate the day. Proceeds will help to continue to run South County Tail Waggers to save as many animals as possible. Sunday, Apr. 28, 1-4pm at Guglielmo Winery, 1480 E Main Ave, Morgan Hill. For more information, visit sctailwaggers.org.

RECIPE SUBMISSIONS Amateur chefs are invited to submit their original recipes for the Gilroy Garlic Festival’s 41st annual Great Garlic Cook-Off amateur cooking competition.

Eight finalists will be selected to compete on stage at the Gilroy Garlic Festival on Saturday, July 27 for the garlic crown and grand cash prize. Each original recipe must include a minimum of six cloves of fresh garlic or three teaspoons of chopped or minced garlic. Submit original recipes for Great Garlic CookOff by May 1. For entry rules and more information, visit gilroygarlicfestival.com.

ART EXHIBITION The office of Dr. Jernell Escobar D.D.S. presents its bimonthly rotating art exhibition.

The current exhibition features the fine art of Sheri Chakamian.

Enjoy eight works that tell the story of people who transform their souls through dance and feel free to show their emotions through intimate body movement. The exhibition runs through Saturday, June 15 at the office of Dr. Jernell Escobar D.D.S., 7880 Wren Ave, Suite D-142, Gilroy. For more information, call 408.847.2658.

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CHILI COOK OFF Everyone is welcome to join Vets 4 Vets Santa Cruz at its First Annual Veteran’s Chili Cook-off. Attendees will have the opportunity to try chili prepared by 15 different veteran teams. Admission is $10 pre-sale or $12 at the door. Saturday, Apr. 20, noon-4pm at VFW 1716, 1960 Freedom Blvd, Freedom. For more information, visit tinyurl.com/ y235j866.

WINE & SUCCULENTS The community is invited to an afternoon of sipping wine and creating a succulent basket at Miramar Vineyards. A glass of wine, an assortment of succulents and all necessary materials are included in the class price of $45 for wine club members or $50 for non-members. Saturday, Apr. 20, 2-4pm at Miramar Vineyards, 12255 New Ave, Gilroy. To reserve a spot, call 408.686.0280 or email sales@miramarvineyards.com.

FIELD DAY Attendees to Morris Grassfed’s Annual Spring Field Day can enjoy the wildflowers and a ranch tour and learn about regenerative agriculture. Participants are asked to bring side dishes, desserts and drinks for the barbecue picnic lunch of Morris Grassfed beef. They are also advised to wear comfortable shoes to walk in and sunscreen and hats. Saturday, Apr. 27, 10am-3pm at Baumgartner Ranch, 500 Mission Vineyard Rd, San Juan Bautista.

For tickets and information, visit morrisgrassfed.com.

clothing and sunscreen. Sunday, Apr. 28, 11am-3pm at San Ysidro Park, 7700 Murray Ave, Gilroy.

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GETTING OUT

Venture off the Trail

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SOOTHING MUSIC The sound of water greets hikers on Coon Hunter’s Gulch at Henry Coe State Park.

Spice up your normal hiking routines APRIL19, 2019

By RON ERSKINE

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here are days when the prospect of another walk on a trail you have trod many times before doesn't have the allure. It is a lovely trail, but you know it like the back of your hand.

So, the hiking shoes stay in the closet, and you stay on the sofa.

One way to add a bit of adventure to familiar territory is to travel off the trail. There are a few cautionary considerations, but the course of that creek or that trailless ridgetop might reveal surprising secrets in an area you thought you knew.

A recent spring hike reminded me of the sights and surprises hidden off trail. I love the trails out of the Hunting Hollow entrance to Henry Coe State Park east of Gilroy, but most of those trails are nearly as familiar to me as the route from my living room to the kitchen. How could I jazz things up a bit?

Along the course of Hunting Hollow Road, every ridge that ascends the hulk of Willson Peak has a trail that rises along its crest.

Between each ridge is a seasonal creek. None have trails. From the Lyman Willson Trail, I have often

gazed down—way down—into Coon Hunter's Gulch. It is long, but not silly-steep like some others.

What adventure awaits down in that creek bed? That was the jazzing up I needed.

Gardens of poppies and baby blue-eyes and the music of water greeted me at the entrance to Coon Hunter's Gulch. The broad bench of alluvium at the mouth of the creek quickly pinched down to a narrow ravine. Around every bend, there was a new setting and a new challenge. I hopped from tussock to tussock to navigate through a wide wet marsh and a lovely series of quiet pools. Then, round the bend, I found tiers of cascades tumbling down massive boulders where the creek bed pinched down to a narrow fissure.

On a trail, we take each step thoughtlessly, but along Coon Hunter's Gulch, I chose each one carefully. Walking through dry rocky streambeds or rock-hopping over wet boulders on countless creek crossings requires care and close attention. I scrambled over boulder bulwarks that blocked tight spots while avoiding encroaching tangles of poison oak vines.

I wanted adventure, something new and fresh, and I got it. At the top of Coon Hunter's Gulch, I was very tired and still five miles from the car. But I knew for sure that I was alive.

Now, the caution part. Coe Park is larger and wilder than some preserves and parks that require people to stay on the trails. Honor their rules. Footing, poison oak, ticks and overhanging branches are faint hazards on trails but lurking dangers for cross-country hikers. It is easier to get lost, so know the territory or understand how to navigate.

Be safe, but if your hiking activities need a little hot sauce, venture off the trail and see familiar country in a fresh light.

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Growing dill can be easy and rewarding

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By KATE RUSSELL

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ill’s delicate fronds and distinct aroma make it a useful addition to your Gilroy garden.

Known for elevating pickled cucumbers, asparagus and green beans to new heights, dill (Anethum graveolens) is a cousin to celery. Dill oil, extracted from seeds, stems and leaves, is used to make soap.

Dill can reach a height of two to four feet, making it only slightly smaller than fennel, which has a

similar feathery growth. Flowers are white or yellow umbels (think umbrellas) that attract many beneficial insects. Dill seeds look like tiny brownish-gray orange slices.

Once seeds start forming, leaf production is over and the plant will soon die. But worry not, dear gardeners! Dill reseeds itself easily.

Seeds from a single plant can create an entire bed of dill in future seasons. To collect seeds for kitchen use, remove seed heads and hang upside down over a bowl or in a pillowcase. Seeds will fall when they

are mature, and the flower head can be added to the compost pile to feed next year’s generation.

Dill is a biennial that is grown as an annual. Dill does not transplant well, so site selection is your first step. Dill prefers lots of sun, though partial shade can be tolerated. Shadier sites will result in less bushy plants. You can easily grow dill in a container that is at least 12 inches deep. This will make room for dill’s taproot (“Fernleaf ” is a dwarf variety best suited for containers). Seeds should be planted a quarter- to half-inch deep and the soil kept moist until seedlings emerge. Seedlings should be thinned to 12 inches apart.

Once plants are established, allow the soil to dry out between waterings. Side dressing plants with aged compost during the growing season will provide important nutrients (side dressing simply means dumping an amendment around a plant and watering it).

Dill has very few pests, thanks to the volatile oils that give it its flavor. Tomato hornworms and parsley caterpillars may be seen and can be handpicked. Bacillus thuringiensis (Bt) or insecticidal soap can be used to treat severe infestations.

Dill is relatively disease-free.

Dill leaves enhance many dishes.

Simply snip off what you need. You can also dry dill leaves for later use by placing cut leaves between cloth napkins or paper towels, laid on top of nonmetallic screens to dry, and then storing in an airtight container. Dill leaves can also be frozen. You can keep harvested leaves fresh by wrapping them in a damp paper towel and refrigerating them for up to a week in a sealable container. Growing dill is easy and rewarding. Give it a try!

Kate Russell is a UCCE Master Gardener in Santa Clara County. For more information, visit mgsantaclara. ucanr.edu or call 408.282.3105 between 9:30am-12:30pm, Monday through Friday.

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