German chamomile
Matricaria chamomilla
German chamomile is an easy-going herb that thrives in well-drained soil with moderate watering and plenty of sunlight. Its delicate daisy-like flowers can be harvested and dried to make classic chamomile tea. Deadhead spent blooms regularly to extend the flowering season and encourage bushier growth.
Care Level
Low
Sun
Partial Sun
Water
Moderate
Growth Rate
Moderate
Mature Height
12″ – 36″
Soil
loam
Life Cycle
Perennial
Spacing
9″
Watering Schedule
Every 7-10 Days • Water Lightly But Consistently; Allow The Top Inch Of Soil To Dry Between Waterings
Soil pH
5 – 5.5
Temperature
-50° – 85°F
Mature Spread
up to 24″
Root Depth
Medium
Foliage
Medium
Propagation: Seed
Native to
Attracts
Sources
Data: trefle, usda
Image: trefle.io — Taken Jun 1, 2017 by Roberto Dessì (cc-by-sa)
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