Blue Chamomile
Also known as
German Chamomile, German Chamomile, Chamomile, Camomile, Hungarian chamomile, Wild chamomile, Blue chamomile and Scented mayweed
Taxonomy
Matricaria chamomilla
Matricaria
Asteraceae
Asterales
How to care for Blue Chamomile
Water
How often to water your Blue Chamomile
every 9
Blue Chamomile needs 0.5 cups of water every 9 when it doesnāt get direct sunlight and is potted in a 5" pot located in Omaha, Nebraska.
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
Light
Check the growing potential in your area
A plant's growing potential is determined from its location, the time of year, and current local weather.
Omaha, Nebraska
28% Very Low
Growing Blue Chamomile in Omaha right now
Plant growth potential is currently low š
January 30th, 2023
Sunlight intensity as measured by ānet radiationā in Omaha is currently low š.
The availability of high quality sunlight in your home impacts ability for plants to thrive and is key in determiningā¦
Sunlight will increase by 34.3% āļø
January 25th, 2023
Omaha is trending towards greater sunlight intensity!
The amount of sunlight in Omaha is expected to increase by 34.3% over the next 2 weeks to an average of 8.3 megajoules of energy per m2 per daā¦
Daylight will increase by 1.1 hours š
January 29th, 2023
This month, Omaha is getting an average of 6.2 hours of clear sky sunlight per day.
Hours of daylight will increase by 11.7% over the next two weeks. Your plants will get 10.3 total hours of dayliā¦
Finding light for German Chamomile in your home
a window
Blue Chamomile love being close to bright, sunny windows š.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to ensure it receives enough light to survive during this time of reduced sunlight intensity in Omaha, Nebraska ā .
Blue Chamomile does not tolerate low-light š«.
Nutrients
How to fertilize Blue Chamomile
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 itās likely grown enough to need a larger pot anyway.
To replenish this plant's nutrients, repot your Blue Chamomile after it doubles in size or once a yearāwhichever comes first.
When to repot Blue Chamomile
Is this a good time of year to repot? No ā³
January 29th, 2023
The growing potential in Omaha is low š.
Repotting in late fall or winter when the day lengths are shorter can be very stressful for a plant and cause it to go into shock.
It's best to repot pā¦
FAQs
Blue Chamomile is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Blue 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.
Sunlight Needs
Blue Chamomile requires abundant, bright and direct light. Place it less than one foot from a window to ensure it receives enough light to survive šŖ. Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement in your home š”.
Toxicity
Blue Chamomile is not safe to consume. If you, a family member, or a pet has ingested any amount of plant material contact Poison Control, US (800) 222-1222, or your veterinarian. If you have children, cats, or dogs in the home, we suggest keeping this plant out of reach.
Soil
Blue 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!
Fertilizer
Blue 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.
Growth Pattern
Blue Chamomile grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Blue Chamomile can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Blue Chamomile can be used to grow new plants! After your plant flowers, any seeds that formed can be collected and germinated in potting soil.
Care Summary for Blue Chamomile
Blue Chamomile
Greg recommends:
Water
0.5 cups every 9 days
Placement
< 1ft from a window
Nutrients
Repot after 2x growth
Based on your location in Omaha, Nebraska, the 4ā pot your plant is in, and that it doesnāt get direct sunlight.
