Hi, Jolie, The drenching rain you cite probably did it in, causing root rot. It’s likely that the soil in the pot did not drain well—and/or the pot simply was not deep enough. Most varieties of dill create long tap roots that need space to stretch out. The transplant may have suffered from being moved. Think of it: being uprooted and resettled is a traumatic readjustment for any plant (or person) and not all survive. In future, provide a deep pot, rich (composted) well-draining soil (the pot material should not make a significant difference if all else is suitable), and give it 6 to 7 hours of direct sun (indoors, give is a south- or west-facing window). Indoors in part sun, water only when soil dries out; outdoors, especially in hot environments, regular moisture is the rule.
Hi, Jolie, The drenching rain you cite probably did it in, causing root rot. It’s likely that the soil in the pot did not drain well—and/or the pot simply was not deep enough. Most varieties of dill create long tap roots that need space to stretch out. The transplant may have suffered from being moved. Think of it: being uprooted and resettled is a traumatic readjustment for any plant (or person) and not all survive. In future, provide a deep pot, rich (composted) well-draining soil (the pot material should not make a significant difference if all else is suitable), and give it 6 to 7 hours of direct sun (indoors, give is a south- or west-facing window). Indoors in part sun, water only when soil dries out; outdoors, especially in hot environments, regular moisture is the rule.