Matricaria chamomilla

Also Known As

Chamomilla recutita
Matricaria chamomilla var. coronata
Matricaria recutita
Matricaria suaveolens
German Chamomile
Scented Mayweed
Sweet False Chamomile
Wild Chamomile

Plant type

herb, annual / biennial

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 6"-9"

planting zones

1-12

More Options

Matricaria chamomilla plant details

Matricaria chamomilla is a broadleaf deciduous annual / biennial herb with green foliage. In fall and summer white and yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and regular - occasional water. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Matricaria chamomilla

Plant type: annual / biennial herb
Plant family: asteraceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 6 IN - 9 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: culinary, easy-to-grow, fragrant, fragrant foliage, pineapple-scented, reseeding

GROWING CONDITIONS for Matricaria chamomilla

USDA Zones: 1 - 12
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

German Chamomile is the annual variety with grassy mounds of apple scented foliage producing lots of daisy like yellow centered flowers. Great for chamomile teas. Herb.

By: Accents for Home and Garden

This is the plant that we steep for that delicate golden chamomile tea for tummy aches and relaxation! Annual herb with pleasantly aromatic foliage and pineapple scented daisy flowers (the flowers are used for tea). 6-12” tall and 6-9” wide, this little