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Chamomile Instructions

How to Grow Chamomile

German chamomile

German chamomile is an annual plant, however, it self-seeds so readily, you might think it's a perennial. German chamomile is easy to start from seed. start seeds indoors about six weeks before the last expected frost. Chamomile seeds need light to germinate, so simply scatter the seed and press firmly onto the soil, but do not cover the seed with soil. Seeds should germinate in seven to fourteen days.

German chamomile

German chamomile will grow in either full sun or partial shade. The plants flower best in full sun, but in hot climates, partial shade is a better choice. German chamomile tends to be a low growing, creeping plant that reaches a height of eight to 24 inches.


Flowers generally appear in late spring, but if you are pruning the plants or harvesting leaves, blooming can be later. 


Roman chamomile


Roman chamomile requires full to partial sun. More sun leads to faster growth, but as this plant grows rapidly by nature, this may not be an issue.


Soil

German chamomile


Chamomile will flower best if grown in full sun and not too rich, organic soil. It will survive in poorer soils, but the stems will be that much floppier. Chamomile is not particular about soil PH, preferring a neutral range of between 5.6 and 7.5.


Roman chamomile


Like German chamomile, Roman chamomile prefers not too rich, organic soil. It does best with neutral pH (between 5.6 and 7.5).


Water

German chamomile


Chamomile does not require a great deal of water. It's best to allow your plants to dry out somewhat between moderate waterings.


Roman chamomile


Regular water will keep the plants in bloom longer, but chamomile plants are very drought tolerant, once established. In extremely hot climates, chamomile will appreciate being kept watered and getting some afternoon shade.


Temperature and Humidity

Chamomile is capable of thriving in any summer weather under 100 degrees Fahrenheit. Because it is drought tolerant, it does not require special humidity considerations.


Fertilizer

Chamomile does not need fertilizer; in fact, it is actually considered to be an invasive weed in some locations because it grows so quickly without any particular need for feeding.


Harvest

German chamomile


Both the flowers and the leaves of the German chamomile plant are used for making tea. Harvest the chamomile flowers when they are fully open. They can be used fresh or dried and stored for later use. If you find the leaves make your tea a bit too bitter, leave them out and just harvest the flowers.

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