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German Chamomile – 500 Seeds
German Chamomile – 500 Seeds
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German chamomile growing facts
| Botanical name | Matricaria chamomilla |
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| Plant type | Annual (self-seeds) |
| When to sow | Early spring; warm regions (zones 8–10): sow in fall or late winter |
| Sowing depth | Surface sow; seeds need light |
| Spacing | 6–8 inches apart |
| Germination | 7–14 days at 60–70°F |
| Sun | Full sun; afternoon shade helps in warm regions (zones 8–10) |
| Days to bloom | About 60–70 days |
| Height | Up to about 24 inches |
| Seeds per pack | 500 |
| Shipping | Ships from Texas within 1–2 business days |
German chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is a popular, easy-to-grow herb known for its apple-scented flowers, often used to make a mild herbal tea. Here are some key details about it:
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Appearance:
Flowers: Small, daisy-like with white petals and a yellow, cone-shaped center.
Height: Typically grows to about 24 inches.
Leaves: Finely divided, feathery, and bright green. -
Habitat:
Origin: Native to Europe and Western Asia, but now found worldwide.
Environment: Thrives in well-drained, sandy soils and prefers full sun. -
Uses:
Tea: The dried flowers make a fragrant, mellow herbal tea.
Garden: Attracts bees and other beneficial insects, and makes a charming cottage-garden or container plant.
Cultivation:
Planting: Surface sow the tiny seeds; they need light to germinate. In warm regions (zones 8–10), sow in fall or late winter for spring blooms; in cold regions, sow in early spring. Requires little maintenance and is generally resistant to pests.
Harvesting: Pick flowers when fully open and dry them out of direct sun.
Note: Some people are allergic to plants in the daisy (Asteraceae) family.
German chamomile is valued both for its beauty in the garden and its gentle fragrance.
German chamomile FAQ
When should I plant chamomile?
In cold regions (zones 3–6), sow in early spring. In warm regions (zones 8–10), sow in fall or late winter so it blooms in spring before summer heat.
Do I cover the seeds?
No. Press the tiny seeds onto the soil surface; they need light to germinate.
How do I harvest the flowers?
Pick flower heads when fully open and dry them in a single layer out of direct sun.
Can I grow it in a container?
Yes, an 8–12 inch pot in full sun works well.
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Good germination so far. Excited to grow these in my raised beds this season.
Impressed with the care put into packing. Everything arrived in good shape.
Seeds looked fresh and germinated well for me. Packaging was careful and clear.