Chamomile Common

Description

Beautiful medicinal herb that produces small daisy-like flowers that are used to make chamomile tea. Self-seeding annual.

Chamomile – Common (German Chamomile, Hungarian Chamomile) – Matricaria recutita

Soil & Water: Prefers rich soil (6.1-7.5 pH) and low to moderate water.

Planting & Growing: Sow indoors 4-6 weeks before last spring frost. Sow on the surface, as light is required for germination. Transplant when seedlings are 1-2″ high. Or direct sow just under the surface in the spring or fall. Don’t fertilize.

Harvesting & Storage: Harvest flowers at their prime. Use fresh or dried. Leaves may also be used.

Soil Temperature: 55-65F
Planting Depth: Surface
Germination: 10-14 Days
Height At Maturity: 15-24″
Days To Maturity: 60-65
Sun/Shade: Full Sun
Spacing After Thinning: 8″
Approx Seeds per Pack: 200

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