Chamomile
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Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) – Offered by Ferme Tourne-Sol
Chamomile is a medicinal plant known for its delicate flowers with white petals and a yellow heart , giving off a sweet and soothing scent. Easy to grow, it grows both in pots and in the ground, attracting pollinators and enriching the biodiversity of the garden . Traditionally used in infusion to promote relaxation and digestion , it is harvested all summer and can be kept dried for prolonged use.
Type : Annual medicinal plant
Plant habit : Bushy and airy
Spread : 20 to 30 cm
Plant height : 30 to 60 cm
Quantity per pack : 400 seeds
Maturity : 60 to 70 days
Companion plants : Basil, mint, lettuce, cabbage
Enemy plants : None, beneficial in any garden
? Sow directly into the ground in early spring or fall for early flowering the following year.
? Sow by hand on lightly worked soil , pressing the seeds without covering them with soil.
? Water lightly until emergence , then space the plants 20 cm apart to encourage them to flourish.
? Harvest the flowers as they open and let them dry in the shade before storing them in an airtight jar.
With its simple cultivation, its many virtues and its rustic charm , it is a must-have for the garden and the natural pharmacy.
Chamomile is ideal for those who want to grow a plant that is medicinal, decorative, and beneficial to pollinators .
