Chamomile Seeds - German

$3.95

Description
Planting Info
How to Grow

Matricaria recutita

Branched, somewhat erect stems grow to 24" tall. Commonly used in teas to promote relaxation. Leaves and flowers are harvested at bloom and used fresh or dried for later use.

Direct seed or transplant into the garden after all danger of frost has passed. Chamomile will need full sun and well-draining soil. Water well to ensure good germination. Once germinated, chamomile will need at least an inch of water per week. Typically grown for flowers. Annual.

Minimum Seeds per Packet: 350

Packet Weight: 2.5g

Planting Season: After Last Frost

Planting Method: Direct Seed or Transplant

Seed Depth: Surface

Direct Seed Spacing: 3-4"

Soil Temperature: 65-85 ℉

Days to Sprout: 7-14

Mature Spacing: 10-12"

Sun Requirement: Full Sun

Frost Tolerance: Frost Sensitive

Days to Harvest: 60-90

Production Cycle: Annual

When to Seed Chamomile

This annual flower should be direct seeded into the garden in early spring or transplanted once all danger of frost has passed.

Where to Plant Chamomile

This plant will appreciate a spot with full sun. Loose, well-draining soil is ideal but this plant will tolerate a wide range of growing conditions.

Growing Chamomile

Sow seeds on the surface of the soil and three to four inches apart. Once mature, thin to ten to 12 inches apart. When established, this herb is low maintenance.

Harvesting Chamomile

Chamomile flowers should be harvested daily during flowering. They can be deadheaded by hand or with shears and used fresh or dried. Regularly harvesting will result in longer bloom time and more harvests.