Chamomile Growing Guide
Asteraceae family
Days to Harvest60 days
SunlightFull Sun
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing8/sqft
Germination7-14 days
HardinessHardy
Germ. Temp65°F
Start Indoors6 weeks before last frost
Growth Stages
- Seedling
- Early Vegetative
- Late Vegetative / Harvest Ready
Planting Dates by Zone
| Zone | Start Indoors | Transplant | Direct Sow | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Zone 1a | Apr 13 | May 18 | May 11 | Jul 2 |
| Zone 1b | Apr 13 | May 18 | May 11 | Jul 2 |
| Zone 2a | Apr 3 | May 8 | May 1 | Jun 22 |
| Zone 2b | Apr 13 | May 18 | May 11 | Jul 2 |
| Zone 3a | Apr 10 | May 15 | May 8 | Jun 29 |
| Zone 3b | Apr 3 | May 8 | May 1 | Jun 22 |
| Zone 4a | Mar 24 | Apr 28 | Apr 21 | Jun 12 |
| Zone 4b | Mar 20 | Apr 24 | Apr 17 | Jun 8 |
| Zone 5a | Mar 17 | Apr 21 | Apr 14 | Jun 5 |
| Zone 5b | Mar 17 | Apr 21 | Apr 14 | Jun 5 |
| Zone 6a | Mar 17 | Apr 21 | Apr 14 | Jun 5 |
| Zone 6b | Mar 4 | Apr 8 | Apr 1 | May 23 |
| Zone 7a | Mar 4 | Apr 8 | Apr 1 | May 23 |
| Zone 7b | Feb 27 | Apr 3 | Mar 27 | May 18 |
| Zone 8a | Feb 22 | Mar 29 | Mar 22 | May 13 |
| Zone 8b | Feb 8 | Mar 15 | Mar 8 | Apr 29 |
| Zone 9a | Feb 6 | Mar 13 | Mar 6 | Apr 27 |
| Zone 9b | Jan 27 | Mar 3 | Feb 24 | Apr 17 |
| Zone 10a | Jan 9 | Feb 13 | Feb 6 | Mar 30 |
| Zone 10b | Dec 17 | Jan 21 | Jan 14 | Mar 7 |
| Zone 11a | Dec 17 | Jan 21 | Jan 14 | Mar 7 |
| Zone 11b | Dec 4 | Jan 8 | Jan 1 | Feb 22 |
| Zone 12a | Nov 20 | Dec 25 | Dec 18 | Feb 8 |
| Zone 12b | Nov 20 | Dec 25 | Dec 18 | Feb 8 |
| Zone 13a | Nov 20 | Dec 25 | Dec 18 | Feb 8 |
| Zone 13b | Nov 20 | Dec 25 | Dec 18 | Feb 8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
How long does it take to grow Chamomile?
Chamomile takes approximately 60 days from planting to harvest.
How much sun does Chamomile need?
Chamomile requires full sun (6+ hours direct sunlight per day).
How far apart should I plant Chamomile?
Plant Chamomile at 8/sqft using square foot gardening spacing.
Can Chamomile survive frost?
Chamomile is tolerant of moderate frost.
How long does Chamomile take to germinate?
Chamomile seeds germinate in 7-14 days at an optimal temperature of 65°F.
When should I start Chamomile seeds indoors?
Start Chamomile seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant -1 weeks after last frost.
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