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Chamomile Seed Starter Grow Kit

BOTANICAL NAMEMatricaria chamomilla

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Chamomile carries tiny apple-scented daisies you can dry for the classic calming bedtime tea.

GERMINATION7-14 days
SUNLIGHTFull Sun to Partial Shade (4-6 hours daily)

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Germination01

7-14 days

Light02

Full Sun to Partial Shade (4-6 hours daily)

Temperature03

65-75F

Hardiness04

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Chamomile care, from seed onward.

Botanical name
Matricaria chamomilla
Common names
German Chamomile, Wild Chamomile
Family
Asteraceae
Genus
Matricaria
Species
M. chamomilla
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Start growing

Direct sow on the surface (needs light to germinate). Thrives in full sun.

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Growing with your kit

Surface-sowing in the Seeds In A Cup® planter is the key success factor for Chamomile.

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Propagation

By seed.

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Seasonal growth & harvest

Harvest flowers once they are fully open in mid-summer.

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Growing conditions

Sunny fields and sandy or clay-heavy waste ground.

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Weather & tolerances

Moderate drought tolerance; very cold hardy for an annual.

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Pests & plant health

Aphids and mealybugs.

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Plant safety

Safe; caution for those with Ragweed allergies.

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Botanical features

An annual with feathery leaves and daisy-like flowers with white petals and yellow centers.

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Varieties

‘Bodegold’, ‘Zloty Lan’.

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Garden & everyday uses

Popular herbal tea for sleep and relaxation. essential oil for skin care

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Native range & distribution

Native to Europe and Western Asia.

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Conservation

Least concern.

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Name origins

From the Greek ‘chamaimelon’ meaning earth-apple, due to its apple-like scent.

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History

Used by ancient Egyptians to honor the sun and by Vikings as a hair lightener.

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Chamomile carries tiny apple-scented daisies you can dry for the classic calming bedtime tea. How to grow Chamomile from seed Scatter the seeds on the surface and press them in lightly — they need a little light to sprout, so don't bury them. Then set the clear humidity lid on top to hold warmth and moisture. Keep the planter warm and in bright light, and mist the surface whenever it begins to dry. When your Chamomile sprouts appear, remove the lid and move it to your brightest window or under a grow light. Once seedlings have their second set of true leaves, pot them up or move them outdoors after your last frost. Chamomile at a glance Botanical name: Matricaria chamomilla Germination: 7-14 days at 65-75F USDA zones: Any Zone If grown indoors Mature size: 12-24 inches Sunlight: Full Sun to Partial Shade (4-6 hours daily) Seeds included: 2-10 seeds Frequently asked questions What's included in the Chamomile Seed Starter Grow Kit? How do I grow Chamomile from seed? Moisten the included soil, sow your Chamomile seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit. How long do Chamomile seeds take to germinate? Chamomile seeds typically sprout in 7-14 days at 65-75F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions. Does this kit use real potting soil? What if my seeds don't sprout?
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How do I grow Chamomile from seed?

Moisten the included soil, sow your Chamomile seeds at the depth on the instruction card, keep the planter warm and bright under the humidity lid, and mist until they sprout. Full steps are in your kit.

How long do Chamomile seeds take to germinate?

Chamomile seeds typically sprout in 7-14 days at 65-75F when kept warm and evenly moist. Your guide lists the ideal conditions.

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