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Growing Chamomile in Zone 1a

Zone 1a has harsh winters and a short growing season. Start Chamomile early indoors to maximize your harvest window. Last frost: May 25. First frost: Aug 28.

Planting Calendar

Indoor
Outdoor
Harvest
Apr 13Aug 28

Season: May 25 – Aug 28 (95 days)

Zone1a
Last FrostMay 25
First FrostAug 28
Season Length95 days
Days to Harvest60
SunFull Sun
Frost ToleranceModerate
Spacing8/sqft

When to Plant Chamomile in Zone 1a

Start Seeds Indoors: Apr 13

Start Chamomile seeds indoors around Apr 13 (6 weeks before last frost). Optimal germination temperature: 65°F. Germinates in 7–14 days.

Transplant Outdoors: May 18

Transplant Chamomile seedlings outdoors after May 18. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 8/sqft. Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Jul 2

First harvest approximately Jul 2 (~45 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Aug 28).

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