Common Chamomile is a beloved heirloom herb with cheerful daisy-like flowers, white petals, and golden centers. Its low-growing habit makes it useful in herb gardens, cottage borders, containers, and pollinator plantings, while its fragrant flowers are valued for culinary infusions and traditional herbal practices. Harvest the blossoms when they are fully open and enjoy a gentle, classic herb with a long history in home gardens.

Germination Rate: 96%. Test Date: 1/26. JSS.

Culinary Uses

• Herbal Tea: Steep dried or fresh flower heads in hot water for a mild, floral infusion.
• Cold Infusions: Chill a strained infusion and serve over ice with lemon or a little honey.
• Flavored Honey and Syrups: Use chamomile flowers to add a soft floral note to honey, simple syrups, and baked goods.
• Desserts: Add a strained chamomile infusion to custards, cakes, cookies, and fruit desserts.
• Edible Garnish: Sprinkle a small number of clean flower petals over salads, fruit, and plated desserts.
• Fresh Garden Use: Harvest blossoms regularly for the kitchen, while leaving some flowers to support pollinators and produce seed.

Medicinal Uses

Chamomile has a long history in traditional herbal practice, especially in floral infusions used as part of relaxing evening routines and traditional digestive preparations. This product is sold as culinary herb seed and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent any disease. People with allergies to ragweed-family plants may also react to chamomile. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using Chamomile medicinally, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a health condition.

Growing Directions

• Sunlight: Grow Chamomile in full sun to light partial shade. Good light supports compact growth and abundant flowers.
• Soil: Use ordinary, well-drained garden soil. Avoid heavy, waterlogged conditions.
• Starting Seeds: Sow indoors or directly outdoors after the danger of hard frost has passed. Press seeds lightly into the soil and avoid burying them deeply.
• Spacing: Thin seedlings to allow airflow and room for the plants to spread. Follow the spacing guidance on the seed packet.
• Watering: Keep the soil lightly and evenly moist during germination and early growth, then water during dry spells without overwatering.
• Containers: Chamomile grows well in containers with drainage holes and a light, well-drained potting mix.
• Harvesting: Pick flower heads when they are fully open and the centers are bright yellow. Harvest in dry weather and dry blossoms promptly for storage.
• Pollinator Care: Leave some blooms on the plant for bees and other beneficial insects, and avoid spraying open flowers when pollinators are active.

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Important Disclaimer

• Herbal Use Disclaimer: Information about traditional herbal uses is provided for educational purposes only and is not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using herbs medicinally.
• Allergy Notice: Chamomile belongs to the daisy family and may cause a reaction in people sensitive to ragweed or related plants.
• Variety Disclaimer: Natural variation may occur in plant size, flower timing, and bloom production. Results vary with climate, soil, and gardening practices.
• Seed Storage: Store seeds in a cool, dry location away from direct sunlight. An airtight container helps protect seed viability.
• Planting Guidance: Planting dates and winter performance vary by region. Consult your local extension service for area-specific recommendations.

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