German Chamomile

German Chamomile

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Relax and rejuvenate with homegrown German Chamomile! This "star among medicinal species" originates from southern and eastern Europe and is celebrated for its calming and soothing properties. Its fragrant, daisy-like flowers are not only a charming addition to your garden but also a cherished ingredient for herbal teas, soothing tinctures, and aromatic potpourris. German Chamomile is highly favored in folk and traditional medicine and has been established in multi-therapeutic, cosmetic, and nutritional use and research since ancient Egyptian and Greco-Roman times. German Chamomile is a taller, drought-tolerant annual with high chamazulene in comparison to Roman Chamomile. Whether a Chamomile tea-lover or essential oil-enthusiast, or in search of an excellent companion plant, German Chamomile is sure to cultivate a garden full of tranquility and fragrance.

Also Known As: English Chamomile, Garden Chamomile, True Chamomile, Manzanilla, Camomile, Whig Plant, Ground Apple, Scented Mayweed, Anthemis, Barnyard Daisy, Hungarian Chamomile, Kamilla, Wild Chamomile, Blue Chamomile.

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Plant Name:
 Chamomile, German
Latin Name:
 Matricaria chamomilla
Days to Germinate: 7-14
Days to Bloom: 90
Plant Height:
 1 - 2 Feet
Bloom Diameter:
 1/4 Inch
Growth Habit: Upright
USDA Zones: 3-10
Lifespan: Annual
Brand: TomorrowSeeds
Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Shade
GMO: No
Pollination:
 Heirloom, Open-Pollinated
Seeds Packed For*: 2024

*Seeds are freshly packed for the growing season of the year listed. Seeds are still viable beyond pack date. Store in a cool and dry location such as the refrigerator or basement to best preserve germination rates.


Planting Instructions:

 

Soil Preparation:

Remove weeds, large rocks, and litter from the planting area. Till the soil 8-10 inches deep and rake several times to break up large clods. It is best to do this when the soil is dry enough to not stick to garden tools. Loosening the soil will help the plant establish strong roots. Chamomile can tolerate a wide range of soils, but it is best to avoid rich, heavy, and damp soils.
 

Planting:

Optionally, start indoors in containers 4-6 weeks before last frost. Keep seedlings >70F. Harden off then transplant to, or sow, in fertile, moist, well-draining soil in full sun after all frost passes in Spring. Keep moist.


Planting Depth: 1/4 inch
Spacing:
 10 inches

 

Care During the Season:

Watering: Water the plants to keep soil moist but not flooded. Watering well during bloom periods can increase flower yields.
 
Weeding: Weeding and hoeing once 1 month after transplanting, may be enough, as the plant, once established, will stifle weeds.
 
Insecticides: Insecticides may be used to protect plants. Bt-based insecticides and sulfur are organic options that can be used for prevention. Sulfur also has fungicidal properties and helps in controlling many diseases. Neem oil and insecticidal soaps are good ways to control for pests. Before using a pesticide, read the label and always follow cautions, warnings and directions.
 

Harvesting:

Harvest Chamomile flowers at the near full bloom stage for the best quality, by plucking with fingers or using devices such as pluck combs or comb shovels. For long-term storage, dry Chamomile using heat <100F within 2 hours of harvesting.