Organic 'German' chamomile

$4.49

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Organic German chamomile is a delicate annual plant, whose light blooms bring a sense of calm and softness to the garden. With its small white flowers and bright yellow centers, it evokes the simple herbs of ancient gardens, while offering an ornamental, aromatic, and useful presence. Its finely cut, flexible, and airy foliage elegantly complements herb beds, borders, and naturalistic spaces. Highly valued since antiquity, it is known for its flowers used in infusions and many traditional preparations. Easy to grow, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, where it grows quickly and flowers generously throughout the growing season. Its ability to self-seed makes it a faithful garden companion, sometimes returning charmingly year after year. Its flowers attract various pollinators and beneficial insects, adding a valuable ecological dimension to its cultivation. Growing German chamomile means making room for a graceful, beneficial, and luminous plant that combines simple beauty, herbal tradition, and biodiversity.

Growing conditions

Watering
Moderate
Exposure
Sun
Germination temperature
18 to 22°C (64 to 72°F)
Germination (days)
7 to 14 days

Growth & dimensions

Spread
20 to 30 cm (8 to 12 in)
Height
40 to 60 cm (16 to 24 in)
Sowing depth
0.2 to 0.5 cm (0.08 to 0.2 in)

Flowering & harvest

Flowering
June to August
Sowing period
April to June
Harvest
75 days after sowing
Use
Herbal teas, herbalism, dried flowers, pollinators
Companion plants
Mint, lavender, basil
Incompatible plants
None known