Roman Chamomile

Botanical Name

:

Chamaemelum nobile

Plant Type

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Herbaceous perennial

Seasons

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Blooms from summer to early fall

Sun Level

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Full sun with at least 6 hours of sunlight daily

Ideal Soil Temperature for Planting

:

65–80℉ (18–27℃)

Soil Type

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Loose, well-drained soil

Hardiness Zones

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Zones 5–8 (USDA)

Germination

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About two weeks

P.H. Level

:

5.6–7.5

Water/Irrigation

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Water growing plants with about an inch per week. Once established, they’re drought-tolerant

Fertilization

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No need for fertilizer as it can grow in poor soils

Habit

:

Spreading, mat-forming habit

Propagation

:

Division and seeds

Final Plant Height

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3–6 inches

Spread

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10–12 inches

Flowers

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The flowers feature yellow centers encircled by white petals, resembling miniature daisies, and smell like apples

Attracts

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Honey bees and ladybugs

Uses

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Ground cover for beds and borders; lawn substitute, and has calming and relaxing properties

Companions

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Lemon balm, bee balm, hyssop, germander, and horehound

Pruning

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Lightly trim after flowering to promote dense growth and prevent it from becoming too leggy

Toxicity

:

Generally safe but can be toxic in large amounts

Pests

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Aphids and thrips

Diseases

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No serious diseases

Additional Info

:

Divide plants every few years to rejuvenate growth