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Features
Family
Asteraceae
Native
Africa and Europe
Life Cycle
Annual
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Flower Color
White
Further Information
Plant Characteristics
- Attracts Beneficial Insects
- Attracts Pollinators
- Good for Containers
Growing Conditions
Drought Tolerant
Plant Resistance
Deer Resistant
About German Chamomile Seeds
Matricaria recutita
Fern-like foliage on thin, light green stems, ¾" apple-scented, white, daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. Blooms from late spring to summer.
Planting Chamomile
Plant Spacing
A pinch of seeds every 8"
Light Required
Full sun
Plant Height
Tall (Greater than 24")
Planting Depth
Press into surface
Planting Details
| Row Spacing | 18" |
|---|---|
| Seed Depth | Press into surface |
| Seed Spacing | A pinch of seeds every 8" |
| Thinning | When ½" tall, thin to 1 every 8" |
| Germination | 10–15 days |
| Start Indoors | 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date. Optimal soil temperature is 65°–85°F. |
| Direct Sow | RECOMMENDED. 4 to 6 weeks before your average last frost date or as soon as soil can be worked. |
| Growing & Harvesting | Pick flowers in the morning, just before fully opened, and dry on a screen covered with cheesecloth in a cool, dark, well-ventilated area. Plants may also be hung upside down to dry. |
Find Your Frost Date & Grow Zone
Average First Frost Date
October 19
Average Last Frost Date
May 19
Your Hardiness Zone is
5b
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60 reviews
- Linda F.WA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 stars9/30/26Chamomile
This is probably more my fault because I got them planted rather late. About half germinated and, hopefully they will bloom before frost kills them.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedBIBotanical Interests10/6/26Hey Linda
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- RebeccaRated 5 out of 5 stars8/22/265 Stars
Best chamomile, always grows. Tastes amazing and smells wonderful.
- MichaelRated 4 out of 5 stars8/9/264 Stars
Amazing well packaged and gast delivery
- Carrie B.Verified BuyerRated 3 out of 5 stars7/10/26Difficulty getting to grow past initial sprouting
Seeds germinate well but having difficulty getting them to grow after that. May be me either over watering or not having them in ideal conditions.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests7/10/26Hey Carrie
Thank you so much for taking the time to share your thoughts in a review. I've reached out to you via email to offer assistance. Your feedback is invaluable to us, and we are committed to ensuring your experience is positive. Thank you once again for your input. Keep on growing 🌻️
- Julia B.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars7/3/26More chamomile than I can handle
This was my first year growing chamomile so I had no idea what to expect. I winter sowed the seeds in milk jugs back in February and now my garden is exploding with chamomile! I can't even keep up with harvesting. Smells beautiful and the tea is delicious.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests7/3/26Hey Julia,
We're absolutely thrilled to hear about your incredible chamomile success! It sounds like you hit the jackpot with your winter sowing technique - what an awesome way to get such an abundant harvest! We love that you're enjoying both the beautiful fragrance and delicious tea from your German Chamomile. There's nothing better than being overwhelmed with such a wonderful harvest, even if it means you can barely keep up! Thanks for sharing your amazing chamomile growing experience with us! Keep on growing 🌻️