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Matricaria Chamomilla (German Chamomile)

Matricaria Chamomilla (German Chamomile)

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Matricaria Chamomilla (German Chamomile) is a delicate, fast-growing annual herb prized for its daisy-like white flowers with bright yellow centres and its soothing aromatic qualities. A traditional favourite in herbal gardens, it is widely valued for its calming properties when used in teas, as well as its gentle apple-like fragrance. Its fine, feathery foliage and profuse flowering habit make it an attractive and functional addition to herb beds, cottage gardens, and edible landscapes.

Easy to grow and highly productive, German Chamomile thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, often self-seeding to return season after season. It attracts beneficial insects such as bees and hoverflies, supporting natural pollination in the garden. Ideal for harvesting fresh or dried flowers, this versatile herb is perfect for home herbal remedies, culinary use, and natural garden enhancement. A must-have for both beginner and experienced gardeners seeking beauty with purpose.

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Mature height

30cm – 60cm

Mature width

20cm – 40cm

Spacing

20cm – 30cm apart

Evergreen/Deciduous

Annual (self-seeding)

Foliage

Fine, feathery bright green leaves with a soft aromatic scent

Flowering Period & Fruit Development/Harvest

Produces daisy-like white flowers with yellow centres from spring through summer; flowers are harvested fresh or dried for herbal use

Sun tolerance

Full sun

Maintenance

Low maintenance; prefers light watering and well-drained soil, benefits from deadheading but will self-seed readily

Root System

Shallow fibrous root system suited to loose, well-drained garden soils and containers