German Chamomile
Chamomile is a popular herb with a long rich history. It has been used for centuries worldwide for culinary, medicinal, and metaphysical applications.
German Chamomile is an annual herbaceous flower that can reach 18"-24" tall. Multiple blooms are produced from each stem with the flowers looking daisy-like flowers with yellow centers and delicate white petals. The flowers are highly fragrant and taste floral with notes of honey and apple. In fact, in Latin-speaking countries, Chamomile is known as "manzanilla" or "Flores de manzanilla" which roughly translates to "little apple" or "little apple flowers".
Chamomile is a popular ingredient in teas. Its oils can be used in soap, candles, and natural cosmetics. The edible flowers can also be used in other drinks and desserts. It's been used medicinally
Seed count: 100
Botanic name:
Matricaria recutita
Plant spacing:
6-8 inches apart / 18 inches for rows
Color:
Green foliage with daisy-type flowers consisting of white petals and yellow centers.
Sowing depth:
Surface sow
Sun requirements:
Full sun
Utilization:
The flowers can be used to make teas, garnish salads and desserts, reduced down to make a delicious light apple-flavored simple syrup, used for balms, salves, and tinctures, for soap making, and for many medicinal uses. It pairs well with lavender in tea to induce relaxation and calm.
Frost hardy:
Yes
Maturity days:
60 - 65 days
Life cycle:
Annual
Can I start indoors:
Yes
Container friendly:
Yes
Other names:
Camomile, Hungarian Chamomile, Wild chamomile, scented mayweed, camomila, flor de camomila, and Kamilla.
Vine Habit:
