1/10

Chamomile

About Chamomile

Roman chamomile is a low growing perennial in the Asteraceae (daisy) family native to Europe and western Asia. It needs 2-4 inches of space when planting to allow it to grow to its greatest potential. It blooms in the summer and can even bloom into the fall.

Taxonomy

Scientific name

Chamaemelum nobile

Genus

Chamaemelum

Family

Asteraceae

Order

Asterales

Also known as

Chamomile, Camomile, Anthemis nobilis, Roman chamomile, English chamomile, Garden chamomile, Ground apple, Low chamomile, Mother's daisy, Whig plant and Chamaemelum nobile roman

How to care for Chamomile

💦 Water

How often to water your Chamomile

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

Does your plant get direct sunlight?

No Yes

Select the pot size

☀️ Light

Finding light for Chamomile in your home

Chamomile love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.

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

Chamomile does not tolerate low-light 🚫.

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

🪴 Nutrients

How to fertilize Chamomile

Nutrient, fertilizer, and repotting needs for 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 Chamomile after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Browse #Chamomile

💡 FAQs

⭐ Difficulty Level

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

How to Grow Chamomile →

Benefits of Growing Chamomile →

Common Chamomile Problems →

Indoor Care Guide for Chamomile →

Outdoor Care Guide for Chamomile →

💦 Water Needs

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.

Chamomile Water Frequency →

Chamomile Root Rot →

☀️ Sunlight Needs

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 🏡.

Chamomile Direct Sunlight Needs & Tolerance →

🐶 🐈 👶 Toxicity

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.

Is Chamomile Edible? →

🪴 Soil

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 Pots for Chamomile →

When and How to Successfully Repot Chamomile →

What Are Healthy Chamomile Roots →

💩 Fertilizer

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

Chamomile grows along the ground and sends out shoots which will spread across the soil.

Chamomile Lifecycle →

Chamomile Size Guide →

How and When to Prune Chamomile →

🌦️ Growing Outdoors

USDA Hardiness Zone
Chamomile can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 4a-9b. Find your local hardiness zone here.

Chamomile Temperature Tolerance →

Chamomile Hardiness Zones →

Landscaping Ideas with Chamomile →

When to Plant Chamomile →

How to Plant Chamomile →

Where to Plant Chamomile →

Winter Care for Chamomile →

Best Companion Plants for Chamomile →

Is Chamomile a Weed? →

🌱 Propagation

Chamomile can be propagated by division into new individual plants.

Check to see if there is more than one plant. In some cases they may still be beneath the soil surface. If you feel confident, you may remove the soil to check for baby plantlets below!
If there are multiple plants growing, unpot the plant and gently tug the plants apart, being careful not to disturb too many of the roots. They may be connected by large root segments which you may need to break to free the plantlet.
Pot up the new plant in well-draining soil
Repot the parent plant back into its original pot

🍂 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 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.