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Herb
Asteraceae
Organic 'German' chamomile
Matricaria recutita
Quantity
Around 500 seeds
Exposure
Sun
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Family
Asteraceae
Type
Herb
Cycle
Annual
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.
Planting guide
From planting to establishment.
Planting depth
0.2 to 0.5 cm (0.08 to 0.2 in)
Establishment temperature
18 to 22°C (64 to 72°F)
Establishment time
7 to 14 days
Soil and care
The right conditions.
Exposure
Sun
Watering
Moderate
Soil type
Well drained
Container growing
A controlled environment.
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Bloom and dimensions
The complete profile.
Bloom period
June to August
Harvest
75 days after sowing
Garden associations
What to plant with it.
Good companions
Mint, lavender, basil
Avoid planting with
None known
Herbal teas, herbalism, dried flowers, pollinators
