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Zloty Lan

Chamomile
Zone 13a Save Garden

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Botanical illustration of Zloty Lan
90d to harvest

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.

Crop Dates

Growing note: In frost-free Zone 13a, grow this cool-season crop during the cooler dry season (October–February).
MilestoneDate
Start Indoors—
ClimateFrost-Free Climate
Transplant / Sow OutdoorsOct 1st
Harvest BeginsDec 30th
Harvest EndsFeb 28th

Crop Details

TraitValue
Days to Maturity90
Sun RequirementsFull SunFull sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)65
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)28
Harden Off (days)7

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Zloty Lan in Zone 13a typically begins around 2026-10-01. Wait until soil reaches at least 45°F before transplanting Zloty Lan.

Garden Alerts

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

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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 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.
Botanical illustration of Zloty Lan

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.

Today's Conditions

Outdoor planting for Zloty Lan in Zone 13a typically begins around 2026-10-01. Wait until soil reaches at least 45°F before transplanting Zloty Lan.

Garden Alerts

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

Sowing Tips

Soil Temperature

Direct sow or transplant when soil at planting depth holds 45°F for reliable germination and early growth.

Expert Note

For strongest chamomile fragrance, keep plants in full sun and harvest flower heads when they’re fully open but before petals drop.