Dainty white daisies with apple-scented foliage, dried for the classic calming tea. An easy self-seeding annual that draws in beneficial insects.
At a glance
- Plant type: Edible plant
- Mature size: 50 cm tall
- Aspect: full sun
- Water: regular, moderate watering
- Frost: hardy
- Maintenance: low maintenance
- Origin: Exotic
About German Chamomile
Matricaria chamomilla is a fast-growing edible plant in the Asteraceae family. It reaches around 50 cm tall at maturity, with aromatic foliage.
Where to grow German Chamomile
German Chamomile suits warm-temperate, cool-temperate and Mediterranean climates and grows best in full sun. It is frost hardy and shrugs off cold winters.
Soil & planting
Most soils suit German Chamomile provided drainage is reasonable. Plant into well-prepared ground, firm the soil around the roots and water deeply to settle it in.
Watering & feeding
German Chamomile does best with regular, moderate watering. Feed regularly through the growing season for the best crop. During the first growing season, water deeply whenever the upper soil begins to dry, then reduce the frequency as roots establish.
Pruning & care
Tip-prune German Chamomile in spring to maintain a dense, shapely habit. Its ongoing care level is low maintenance.
Using German Chamomile in the garden
German Chamomile earns its place for edible harvests, pots and courtyard containers, feeding bees and pollinators and its fragrance. It is equally at home in the ground or a large pot on a balcony or courtyard.
Companion planting & design
Build the planting around neighbours suited to the same regular, moderate watering and warm-temperate climate as German Chamomile. Repeating the foliage or flower colour nearby will make the composition feel deliberate.
Good to know
It is regarded as non-toxic and pet-safe.
Buying German Chamomile
Plant Sale lists German Chamomile as potted plants and seed. Use the interest form above to check current sizes, pricing and availability before ordering.
Prefer to grow it yourself? See the German Chamomile seed sowing guide for depth, timing and germination.
