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Mon-Fri 8-4 MST
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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Total 5 star reviews: 47 Total 4 star reviews: 2 Total 3 star reviews: 0 Total 2 star reviews: 1 Total 1 star reviews: 5
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55 reviews
- Joann D.VA, United StatesVerified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars6/20/26Great germination
Just planted the German Cha-mom-ile and it germinated great. Just waiting for these little cuties to grow up.
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerWho do you grow for? YourselfHow do you prefer to grow? Raised BedBIBotanical Interests6/23/26Hey Joann,
We're so excited to hear about your excellent German Chamomile germination! It's always such a joy when those tiny seeds spring to life so beautifully. We love that you're already calling them your "little cuties" - they really are adorable at that stage! Your chamomile is going to grow into such lovely, fragrant plants that'll be perfect for tea or just enjoying their sweet daisy-like blooms. Thanks for sharing your German Chamomile germination success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- AudreyRated 5 out of 5 stars6/6/26High germination rate
I direct sowed these seeds in a garden bed in very early spring and now have plenty of chamomile. Extremely high germination rate!
BIBotanical Interests6/10/26Hey Audrey,
That's fantastic news about the amazing germination rate you got with our German Chamomile Seeds! Direct sowing in early spring is such a smart approach, and it sounds like you're going to have plenty of beautiful chamomile to enjoy. There's nothing quite like the satisfaction of watching those tiny seeds turn into a thriving garden bed! Thanks for sharing your German Chamomile success with us! Keep on growing 🌻️
- Jody Y.Verified BuyerRated 2 out of 5 stars5/24/26Not good
These seeds didn’t generate
BIBotanical Interests6/10/26Hey Jody,
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 🌻️
- Kerry L.Rated 5 out of 5 stars5/12/26Would you believe?!
Year 3, 6B container amateur here again! Yet another season growing from THIS same packet that says sell by ‘23! I only need enough for a cup or two of tea for myself every year and this time you can see I mixed in some alyssum too. I suspect I’m becoming a chaos container mad scientist gardner?! Who cares as long as the bees are happy and I have a win or two?! Am I right?
Which best describes you as a gardener? BeginnerBIBotanical Interests5/12/26Hey Kerry,
This is absolutely amazing - year 3 from the same packet! I love that you're getting so much value out of those German Chamomile seeds and still enjoying fresh homegrown tea each season.
Your container gardening approach is proof that you don't need a huge space to create something beautiful and functional.
Thank you for sharing your multi-year success story and for that fantastic 5-star rating! Keep on growing (and experimenting!) 🌻️
- Theresa S.Verified BuyerRated 5 out of 5 stars5/3/26Pretty Flowers, Easy to Grow with Multiple Uses
I've been growing German Chamomile in my garden for many years and have specifically purchased Botanical Interests Chamomile seeds for the past four years. My local garden center stocks Botanical Interests seeds every spring and I've never been disappointed with the germination rate or yield.
If you're new to gardening these are a great plant to start with. The flowers are pretty with delicate feathers leaves. They also smell good. The flowers are also great for making teas and potpourri. If I can't sleep Chamomile is my go too for tea ,even more so then herbs like lavender and lemon balm,which are also prized for their relaxing effect.
Which best describes you as a gardener? IntermediateBIBotanical Interests5/3/26Hey Theresa,
We're so thrilled to hear you've been a loyal German Chamomile grower for years and that our seeds have been delivering such consistent results for you! Four years of great germination rates and yields - that's exactly what we love to hear! We love that you're making the most of your harvest with homemade teas and potpourri - there's nothing quite like a cup of fresh chamomile tea when you need to unwind! It sounds like you've found your perfect bedtime remedy. Thank you so much for being such a dedicated customer and for sharing your wonderful experience! Keep on growing 🌻️