When should I plant Chamomile in Zone 9a?

Start Chamomile seeds indoors around Feb 6. Transplant outdoors after Mar 13. Expect first harvest around Apr 27.

What is the last frost date for Zone 9a?

The average last spring frost date for Zone 9a is Mar 20. The first fall frost averages Nov 12, giving a 237-day growing season.

Can I grow Chamomile in Zone 9a?

Yes. Chamomile needs 60 days to harvest. Zone 9a has a 237-day growing season, which is sufficient.

Growing Chamomile in Zone 9a

Zone 9a has warm winters and an extended growing season — excellent for heat-loving crops like Chamomile. Last frost: Mar 20. First frost: Nov 12.

Planting Calendar

Indoor

Outdoor

Harvest

Feb 6Nov 12

Season: Mar 20 – Nov 12 (237 days)

Zone9a

Last FrostMar 20

First FrostNov 12

Season Length237 days

Days to Harvest60

SunFull Sun

Frost ToleranceModerate

Spacing8/sqft

When to Plant Chamomile in Zone 9a

Start Seeds Indoors: Feb 6

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

Transplant Outdoors: Mar 13

Transplant Chamomile seedlings outdoors after Mar 13. Wait until soil temperature reaches 45°F. Space plants at 8/sqft. Harden off plants for a week before moving outside.

Harvest: Apr 27

First harvest approximately Apr 27 (~45 days from transplant). Continue harvesting until first frost (Nov 12).

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