Chamomile recutita German
chamomile
- Fast growing annual
- Apple-like fragrance
- Used as an herbal medicine
- Use fresh or dried
- Syn. Matricaria chamomilla
- Included in Recipe(s):
- Hardiness Zone: 2-8
- Height: 1-2 ft
- Spread: 1 ft
- Bloom Color: White Shades
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
German chamomile is an annual aromatic herb that is commonly grown in herb gardens for harvest of its flowers which are principally used to make chamomile tea which is a mild sedative herbal drink recommended for a large number of applications including calming nerves, relaxing tense muscles, alleviating stress, dispelling insomnia and treating indigestion.
Attributes
| • | Border or Bed |
| • | Container |
| • | Cut Flower/Foliage |
| • | Dried Flower/Foliage |
| • | Edible |
| • | Fragrant |
Foliage Color
| • | Green |
Programs
| • | Sara's Superb Herbs |
Soil Moisture
| • | Average Water |
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Chamomile recutita German
Thrives in full sun, with low to medium amount of water. Chamomile is usually a low maintenance plant.