Zloty Lan

Family: Asteraceae Herb

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A honeyed, apple-like perfume rises from Zloty Lan chamomile as the delicate blossoms open—warm, bright, and unmistakably fragrant.

The foliage forms a soft, feathery green mat, with tender, aromatic leaves that feel airy and light in the garden. Grow Zloty Lan for its abundant, golden-tinged flowers and lush leafy growth, perfect for drying and steeping into soothing infusions and for fragrant sachets that scent linens with gentle charm.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Upright

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Zloty Lan Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Protected Environment Only
Zone 1b	Protected Environment Only
Zone 2a	Direct Sow	May 25th	Aug 23rd – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Direct Sow	May 19th	Aug 17th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Direct Sow	May 15th	Aug 13th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Direct Sow	May 13th	Aug 11th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Direct Sow	May 8th	Aug 6th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Direct Sow	May 4th	Aug 2nd – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Direct Sow	May 1st	Jul 30th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Direct Sow	Apr 25th	Jul 24th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Direct Sow	Apr 20th	Jul 19th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Direct Sow	Apr 10th	Jul 9th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Direct Sow	Apr 1st	Jun 30th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Direct Sow	Mar 23rd	Jun 21st – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Direct Sow	Mar 6th	Jun 4th – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Direct Sow	Feb 9th	May 10th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	65
Min Soil Temp (°F)	45
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	7

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Zloty Lan chamomile drinks like warm orchard fruit—sweet-floral, not grassy—so steep it briefly to keep the perfume bright. The flowers and tender leaves both taste elegant in hot infusions, where their honeyed aromatics bloom without turning bitter.

Best Uses

steeping the golden blossoms for a sweet-tart, lightly honeyed tea
drying flowers for small-batch chamomile infusions
infusing warm milk or cream for a floral dessert base (think pudding or panna cotta)
tossing the feathery leaves into a quick salad at the very end for fragrant lift

Flavor Profile

honeyed, apple-like perfume lightly floral and citrusy tender, airy leaves with a soft herbal bite aromatic warmth that stands up in hot water

Kitchen Pairings

honey lemon zest vanilla almond ginger milk

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease is most likely to affect Matricaria chamomilla (German chamomile), and how can I manage it?

German chamomile commonly suffers from fungal issues like powdery mildew in humid conditions, especially when plants are crowded. Space plants to allow airflow, water at the soil line (not the foliage), and remove badly affected leaves early. If mildew appears, treat with an approved sulfur-based product following label directions and avoid overhead watering for the rest of the season.

How often should I water German chamomile during the main growing phase, and what soil moisture level should I aim for?

During active growth, keep the top 1–2 inches of soil lightly moist but not soggy, since Matricaria chamomilla dislikes waterlogged roots. In full sun, this usually means watering about 1–2 times per week, increasing frequency during hot spells and reducing it after rain. Use a finger test: if the top inch feels dry, water deeply until moisture reaches the root zone, then let the top layer dry slightly before watering again.

How can I tell when Zloty Lan German chamomile is ready to harvest?

Harvest when the flower heads are fully open and the central disk is prominent (not when buds are tightly closed). For best quality, pick on a dry morning after dew has dried, and continue harvesting every few days while new heads open. Plan on roughly 90 days from sowing to first harvest under good conditions.