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German Chamomile

Also known as

Chamomile, Camomile, Hungarian chamomile, Wild chamomile, Blue chamomile and Scented mayweed

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Matricaria chamomilla

Genus

Matricaria

Family

Asteraceae

Order

Asterales

How to care for German Chamomile

💦 Water

How often to water your German Chamomile

German Chamomile needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesn’t get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot.

Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

Water 0.5 cups every
9

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☀️ Light

Finding light for German Chamomile in your home

German Chamomile love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.

German Chamomile does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of German Chamomile in your home 🏡.

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize German Chamomile

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for German Chamomile: repot after 2X growth

Most potting soils come with ample nutrients which plants use to produce new growth.

By the time your plant has depleted the nutrients in its soil it’s likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.

To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your German Chamomile after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

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💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

German Chamomile is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!

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💦 Water Needs

German Chamomile prefers for the soil to dry out between waterings and should be watered regularly. Use our water calculator to personalize watering recommendations to your environment or download Greg for more advanced recommendations for all of your plants.

German Chamomile Water Frequency →

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☀️ Sunlight Needs

German Chamomile requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive 💪. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home 🏡.

German Chamomile Light Requirements →

German Chamomile Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

German Chamomile is not known to cause harm to humans or pets. Regardless, if you, a family member, a cat, or dog has ingested any plant material, please consult a doctor or a veterinarian.

🪴 Soil

German Chamomile does best in well-draining soil. A good soil will contain lots of organic matter such as coco coir as well as perlite or vermiculite to help with drainage. Adding a handful of perlite to regular store-bought potting soil should do the trick!

Best Soil Mix for German Chamomile →

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💩 Fertilizer

German Chamomile is a fast growing plant and may deplete the nutrients in its soil over time. Replenish them with a gentle organic fertilizer or compost every 1-2 months depending on your location and season. Fertilize more often during the growing season and in warmer and brighter climates.

How Much and When to Fertilize German Chamomile →

⬆️ ⬇️ Growth Pattern

German Chamomile grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.

German Chamomile Lifecycle →

German Chamomile Size Guide →

How and When to Prune German Chamomile →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
German Chamomile can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

German Chamomile Temperature Tolerance →

German Chamomile Hardiness Zones →

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🌱 Propagation

The seeds of German Chamomile can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.

How to Propagate German Chamomile →

🍂 Yellow Leaves

Yellow leaves aren’t always a reason to panic, and can be a normal part of a plant’s life cycle. Unless brand new leaves are turning yellow or all the leaves change color at once, it’s likely just your plant shedding old leaves.

Overwatering and root rot are the most likely cause of problems in German Chamomile, since they are sensitive to wet soil. The leaves may also appear to be curling or drooping. Less often, yellow leaves are caused by underwatering, nutrient deficiencies, or pests.

Replace soggy soil with fresh, dry soil and download Greg to make sure your plant never gets overwatered again!

🧐 Troubleshooting

When troubleshooting a sad-looking houseplant, start by checking for signs of distress in its leaves, such as yellowing, browning, or drooping, which can indicate overwatering or nutrient deficiencies.

Inspect the soil moisture; too dry or too wet soil can cause problems.

Ensure the plant is getting the right amount of light, as too much or too little can stress it.

Finally, consider environmental factors like temperature and humidity, and adjust care routines accordingly to revive your plant.