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Roman Chamomile Seeds
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Roman Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis) - Chamomile seeds produce a thick, evergreen perennial herb plant that is very versatile, drought tolerant, and lovely. Roman Chamomile forms a 6 inch mat of sweetly scented, parsley-like, bright green foliage, and it produces tiny, white and yellow daisy-like blooms in the late spring. An herbal flowering carpet comes to life!
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Herb Specifications
SEASON
Perennial
USDA ZONES
4 - 9
HEIGHT
6 - 12 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Spring and summer
BLOOM COLOR
White
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun to partial shade
SOIL TYPE
Well-drained, pH 6.6 - 7.8
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
HOUSE PLANT
Yes
LATIN NAME
Anthemis Nobilis
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
68F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
7 - 10 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Surface sow seed, cover lightly with peat moss
SOWING RATE
Approximately 5,000 seeds covers 100 square feet
MOISTURE
Keep soil slightly moist, but not wet until germination
PLANT SPACING
6 inches
Roman Chamomile (Anthemis nobilis) - Chamomile seeds produce a thick, evergreen, drought resistant perennial herb plant that is very versatile and lovely. Roman Chamomile forms a 6 inch mat of sweetly scented, parsley-like, bright green foliage, and it produces tiny, white and yellow daisy-like blooms in the late spring. An herbal flowering carpet comes to life!
Lawn substitute
Easily grown from Roman Chamomile seeds, this herbal carpet can even be used as a lawn substitute. This species is grown for the famous British Chamomile lawns.
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How to grow
How To Grow Roman Chamomile From Seed: Sow Roman Chamomile seeds in spring after danger of frost in a weed-free prepared seedbed. Sow the herb seeds on the surface of the soil and lightly cover with peat moss. Keep the seeds moist until germination occurs.
Roman Chamomile plants may deteriorate in very cold or wet winters, but they will most likely recover. Harvest chamomile flowers when they are first fully opened. Use them fresh or freeze them for later use. Another benefit is that the flowers are used in herbal teas and are said to have medicinal properties.
- Sowing Rate: Approximately 5,000 seeds covers 100 square feet
- Average Germ Time: 7 - 10 days
- Keep moist until germination
- Attracts honeybees and birds
- Depth: Surface sow, cover lightly with peat moss
Flower Specifications
Roman Chamomile holds soil in place even on slopes, it spreads to fill in gaps, and it blocks out most weeds. It can be mowed (after flowering and set the mower on the highest setting), and it tolerates light foot traffic. This ground cover is unique, aromatic, drought tolerant, attractive and is well-suited for covering large areas and can be started by sowing the herb seeds.
- Height: 6 - 12 inches
- USDA Zones: 4 - 9
- Season: Perennial
- Deer Resistant: Yes
- Drought Tolerant: Yes
Herb Specifications
SEASON
Annual
USDA ZONES
4 - 8
HEIGHT
18 - 24 inches
BLOOM SEASON
Summer
BLOOM COLOR
White
ENVIRONMENT
Full sun
SOIL TYPE
Moist, well-drained, pH 6.1 - 7.5
DEER RESISTANT
Yes
LATIN NAME
Matricaria Recutita
Planting Directions
TEMPERATURE
65 - 80F
AVERAGE GERM TIME
10 - 14 days
LIGHT REQUIRED
Yes
DEPTH
Press into soil but do not cover
SOWING RATE
1 seed per inch
MOISTURE
Keep moist until germination
PLANT SPACING
Rows 18 inches apart; thin seedlings 10 inches
German Chamomile (Matricaria Recutita) - Clouds of airy fragrance, dotted with tiny white daisies! Just the right size for the front of the border! German Chamomile is a must-have herb if you enjoy drinking hot or cold teas. The flowers are a staple ingredient in herbal teas, where they have a soothing, calming effect. Chamomile herb is also used in shampoos and hair rinses to lighten blond hair. The plants are easy to establish from Chamomile seeds and are a beautiful addition to the herb garden. Up to 24 inches tall and 15 inches wide, the German Chamomile plant has many thin branches of finely divided green leaves. Small 3/4 inch white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers appear from early summer to fall.
How To Grow German Chamomile From Herb Seed: After danger of frost, sow Chamomile seeds in prepared soil that is well-drained, neutral to sightly acidic. Barely cover herb seeds (they need light to germinate). For areas with a shorter growing season, start Chamomile seeds indoors 6 weeks before last frost. When plants reach height of approximately 2 inches and have begun to display their first true leaves, they are ready for transplanting into light, well-drained soil in sun. First harvest can be done when plants are in full bloom, approximately two months from sowing. Tiny white flowers can easily be cut from plant. Chamomile will generate new blooms for repeated harvests. Spread the flowers to dry on a cloth or screen in the sun. Remove leaf and stem pieces. Store in an airtight container in a cool dry place. German Chamomile is a liberal self-sower, dropping its own seeds for next year's garden.
Approximate Seeds Per Ounce: 200,000