Bodegold

Chamomile

70d to harvest

Bodegold chamomile blooms with a luminous, honeyed glow—warm golden disks encircled by crisp, white petals that perfume the air with a sweet, apple-like floral fragrance. The blossoms develop into delicate, airy heads with a soothing, tea-like character and a gentle, aromatic bite. Grow Bodegold for abundant, fragrant harvests that shine in herbal infusions and calming blends, and enjoy the slow, satisfying rhythm of flowering over a full 70 days.

Crop Dates

Growing note: In frost-free Zone 13a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	—
Climate	Frost-Free Climate
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Oct 1st
Harvest Begins	Dec 10th
Harvest Ends	Feb 28th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	70
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Surface
Germination Temp (°F)	65
Min Soil Temp (°F)	40
Min Night Temp (°F)	28
Harden Off (days)	5

Frequently Asked Questions

Bodegold: What should I do if my plants get powdery mildew?

Powdery mildew is common on Bodegold as leaves stay damp and airflow is limited. Remove the most affected leaves, avoid overhead watering, and space plants so they don’t crowd; treat with sulfur or a potassium bicarbonate product labeled for powdery mildew and repeat per label if new spots appear.

Bodegold: How often should I water during the main growth phase?

During the 6–8 weeks after germination, keep soil consistently moist but not soggy—aim for about 1 inch of water per week total, increasing slightly during heat waves. Check by feel 1–2 inches down: water when it’s dry at that depth, and stop once the top layer dries quickly after watering.

Bodegold: How can I tell when it’s ready to harvest at ~70 days?

Harvest Bodegold when heads/roots reach full size for the variety and the tops show peak vigor but start to look less glossy, with outer leaves beginning to fade slightly. For best quality, pick on a dry day and avoid waiting until foliage collapses—overmaturity can reduce texture and flavor.