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Chamomile Seeds - Matricaria chamomilla

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Matricaria chamomilla - Non-GMO, Open-Pollinated, Heirloom, Untreated
Classic Tea Herb: The source of the beloved, soothing chamomile tea, prized for its calming properties and a sweet, apple-like fragrance and flavor.
Abundant Daisy-Like Flowers: Produces a profusion of cheerful, small white flowers with bright yellow centers that bloom continuously throughout the season.
Easy to Grow & Low Maintenance: A wonderfully unfussy plant that thrives in a wide range of conditions and requires minimal care once established.
Beneficial Garden Companion: Attracts beneficial insects and pollinators like hoverflies and beneficial wasps to the garden, helping with natural pest control.
Readily Self-Sows: This hardy annual will generously reseed itself if flowers are left on the plant, often creating a permanent, naturalized patch for years to come.
Fast Growing: Quickly grows from seed to flower, allowing for a harvest of fresh blossoms in as little as 60 days after sowing.

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USDA Hardiness Zones

2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

USDA Zones 2-11 - German Chamomile is a hardy, self-sowing annual. It grows best in cooler weather and can be cultivated in all zones during the appropriate season.

Best Performance - Achieved in the mild temperatures of spring and early summer in Zones 4-8. Consistent flowering occurs before the onset of intense summer heat.

Northern Zones (2-5) - Direct sow in the spring after all danger of frost has passed. It will flower profusely throughout the cooler summer months.

Hot Climate Zones (8-11) - Performs best when planted in the fall for a winter and spring blooming season. The plants will typically decline and die back as extreme summer heat arrives.

Soil Temperature - Germinates best in cool to moderately warm soil, with an optimal range of 55-65 degrees F. Light is required for germination.

Growing Season - This is a fast-maturing annual that typically begins to flower within 60-90 days of sowing. It will continue to bloom until stressed by high heat.

Learn more about USDA Hardiness Zones here

USDA Hardiness Zones

2, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11

USDA Zones 2-11 - German Chamomile is a hardy, self-sowing annual. It grows best in cooler weather and can be cultivated in all zones during the appropriate season.

Best Performance - Achieved in the mild temperatures of spring and early summer in Zones 4-8. Consistent flowering occurs before the onset of intense summer heat.

Northern Zones (2-5) - Direct sow in the spring after all danger of frost has passed. It will flower profusely throughout the cooler summer months.

Hot Climate Zones (8-11) - Performs best when planted in the fall for a winter and spring blooming season. The plants will typically decline and die back as extreme summer heat arrives.

Soil Temperature - Germinates best in cool to moderately warm soil, with an optimal range of 55-65 degrees F. Light is required for germination.

Growing Season - This is a fast-maturing annual that typically begins to flower within 60-90 days of sowing. It will continue to bloom until stressed by high heat.

Learn more about USDA Hardiness Zones here

Planting Tips

When to Sow:
Direct sow seeds outdoors in early spring after the average last frost date. In mild winter climates (Zones 8+), seeds can also be sown in the fall.

Sowing and Germination:

Seed Depth: Chamomile seeds require light to germinate. Do not cover them. Press the seeds firmly onto the surface of the soil to ensure good contact.

Soil: Plant in average, well-draining soil. Chamomile is not a heavy feeder and tolerates poor soil conditions.

Spacing: Scatter seeds lightly over the prepared area. Once seedlings are about an inch tall, thin them to stand 4-8 inches apart.

Germination: Keep the area consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days.

Ongoing Care:

Light: Plant in a location that receives full sun.

Water: Water regularly until the plants are well-established. Once mature, chamomile is quite drought-tolerant.

Fertilizing: Fertilizer is generally not needed. Overly rich soil can lead to lush foliage with fewer, less fragrant flowers.

Harvesting: For the best quality tea, harvest the flowers when they are fully open. Snip the flower heads on a dry, sunny morning. Regular harvesting encourages the plant to produce more blooms. To use, dry the flowers in a single layer in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight.

Planting Tips

When to Sow:
Direct sow seeds outdoors in early spring after the average last frost date. In mild winter climates (Zones 8+), seeds can also be sown in the fall.

Sowing and Germination:

Seed Depth: Chamomile seeds require light to germinate. Do not cover them. Press the seeds firmly onto the surface of the soil to ensure good contact.

Soil: Plant in average, well-draining soil. Chamomile is not a heavy feeder and tolerates poor soil conditions.

Spacing: Scatter seeds lightly over the prepared area. Once seedlings are about an inch tall, thin them to stand 4-8 inches apart.

Germination: Keep the area consistently moist until germination, which typically occurs in 7-14 days.

Ongoing Care:

Light: Plant in a location that receives full sun.

Water: Water regularly until the plants are well-established. Once mature, chamomile is quite drought-tolerant.

Fertilizing: Fertilizer is generally not needed. Overly rich soil can lead to lush foliage with fewer, less fragrant flowers.

Harvesting: For the best quality tea, harvest the flowers when they are fully open. Snip the flower heads on a dry, sunny morning. Regular harvesting encourages the plant to produce more blooms. To use, dry the flowers in a single layer in a well-ventilated area away from direct sunlight.

Chamomile Seeds - Matricaria chamomilla

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