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German Chamomile · German Chamomile

Zone 1b Save Garden

Planting Schedule

Add German Chamomile to your garden to build a schedule and get reminders.
MilestoneDate
Start IndoorsMay 4th
Last FrostJun 1st
Transplant / Direct Sow OutdoorsJun 1st
Harvest BeginsAug 10th
Harvest EndsAug 1st

Crop Details

Transplant Conditions: Wait until soil reaches 45°F and nights stay above 35°F before moving outdoors. Harden off for 7 days first.
TraitValue
Days to Maturity70
Sun RequirementsFull Sun
Growth HabitUpright
Support NeededNone
Planting DepthSurface
Germination Temp (°F)70
Min Soil Temp (°F)45
Min Night Temp (°F)35
Harden Off (days)7
Expert Note: For best flavor and flower production, keep seedlings evenly moist but don’t over-fertilize—chamomile likes leaner soil.