DESCRIPTION
German Chamomile Herb Garden Seeds
German Chamomile Herb Growing Habits
Non-GMO (Matricaria chamomilla) German Chamomile plants grow as upright spreading annual herbs, reaching 1-2" tall during the warmer season. Your sweet aromatic chamomile crop will easily reseed itself, even as an annual herb. Once late spring sets in, your German Chamomile Herbs will produce white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers. As soon as the small flowers open up, they will be ready for harvest. Once the floral-scented heads of German Chamomile begin to bend backward, they will be fully mature, before going to seed.
The Tea Benefits of German Chamomile Herb Garden Seed
As all chamomile plants, in general, contain chamazulene, this German Chamomile variety produces higher amounts of this floral-flavored oil property"providing an even sweeter taste similar to apples! You can brew fresh or dried chamomile flowers into a calming herbal tea. Simply take 3-4 tablespoons of dried, or 3 fresh flower heads to place into a cup and steep for 5 minutes. If you're dealing with a cold or fever, chamomile can help relieve a cough. Pair with honey or a mint sprig for full benefits!
Cosmetic & Aromatic Benefits of Growing German Chamomile Herb Seed
The sweet and relaxing oil properties that come from chamomile are full of antioxidants and provide a variety of health benefits for your skin and hair. German Chamomile is a common ingredient in facial sprays, hair conditioners, and even perfumes!
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Growing Info
Soil Preference: |
Slightly acidic, dry and well-drained |
Temp Preference: |
Warmer |
Light Preference: |
Full sun to partial shade |
Other
German Chamomile Latin Name: |
Matricaria chamomilla |
German Chamomile Days to Maturity: |
90+(mature flowers) Annual |
German Chamomile Hardiness Zones: |
3-9 |
German Chamomile Seed Planting Depth: |
1/4 Inches |
German Chamomile Seed Plant Spacing: |
8-12 Inches |
German Chamomile Growth Habit: |
Upright/spreading |
German Chamomile Pests/diseases: |
Aphids, mealy bugs and thrips |