100 Seeds German Chamomile Matricaria recutita Aromatic Herb Garden Pollinator Friendly

German chamomile (Matricaria recutita) is a hardy annual herb prized for its delicate, daisy-like flowers and sweet, apple-like fragrance. It is a favorite in cottage gardens, wildflower meadows, and herb borders, blooming over a long season and attracting bees and other beneficial pollinators to the garden.

Often grown for its aromatic blossoms, which can be harvested for teas, infusions, and potpourris once fully open. The plant performs well in containers, raised beds, and informal drifts, self-seeding readily in favorable conditions. Its feathery foliage and cheerful flowers also make it a useful companion in mixed plantings and cut-flower arrangements.

Species: Matricaria recutita

Type: Annual herb

Plant_Habit: Upright, branching, 12 to 24 inches tall

Sun: Full sun to partial shade

Soil: Well-drained, sandy to loamy, average fertility

Days_to_Harvest: 60 to 90 days

Zones: 3 to 9

Germination: 7 to 14 days at 65 to 75F

Sowing: Surface sow, lightly press into soil, do not cover deeply

Spacing: 6 to 12 inches apart

Notes: Drought tolerant once established; deadhead to prolong bloom