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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 Matricaria Chamomilla

How often to water your Matricaria Chamomilla

every 9
Matricaria Chamomilla 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

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.

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Finding light for German Chamomile in your home

a window
Matricaria Chamomilla love being close to bright, sunny windows 😎.
Place it less than 1ft from a south-facing window to maximize the potential for growth.
Matricaria Chamomilla does not tolerate low-light 🚫.
Select your region to see how the current weather in your area affects the placement of Matricaria Chamomilla in your home 🏡.

How to fertilize Matricaria Chamomilla

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 Matricaria Chamomilla after it doubles in size or once a year—whichever comes first.

Matricaria Chamomilla is generally considered an easy-to-care-for plant and makes a great choice for beginners!
Water Needs
Matricaria Chamomilla 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
Matricaria Chamomilla 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 🏡.
Toxicity
Matricaria Chamomilla 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
Matricaria Chamomilla 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
Matricaria Chamomilla 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
Matricaria Chamomilla grows vertically and new growth will emerge from the top of the plant.
Growing Outdoors
USDA Hardiness Zone
Matricaria Chamomilla can be grown outdoors in USDA Hardiness Zones 2a-8b. Find your local hardiness zone here.
Propagation
The seeds of Matricaria Chamomilla 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 Matricaria Chamomilla
Matricaria Chamomilla
Greg recommends:

0.5 cups every 9 days

< 1ft from a window

Repot after 2x growth
Based on the 4” pot your plant is in, and that it doesn’t get direct sunlight.
