🌼 Chamomile

Sowing window (UK)	March to May
Minimum soil temperature	7°C at seed depth
Spacing	15 cm apart
Days to germination	14 days
Days to harvest	60 days
Sowing method	Direct sow outdoors
Frost hardy	Yes
Sun	full-sun
Watering	low
Plant family	Asteraceae

When should I sow Chamomile in the UK?

In the UK, sow Chamomile from March to May. It is normally sown direct outdoors. Wait until the soil has reached 7°C at seed depth rather than going by the calendar - chamomile will sit and rot in cold ground.

What soil temperature does Chamomile need to germinate?

Chamomile needs a minimum soil temperature of 7°C at seed depth to germinate reliably. Below that, germination is slow and patchy, and seed is more likely to rot than sprout. Measure at around 5cm down, in the morning, rather than trusting air temperature.

How deep and how far apart should I sow Chamomile?

For Chamomile, space plants 15cm apart.

How long does Chamomile take to grow?

Chamomile takes roughly 60 days from sowing to harvest. Seed usually germinates in about 14 days.

Is Chamomile frost hardy?

Yes. Chamomile is frost hardy and will stand through UK frosts, so it can be left out over winter in most of the country.

Sowing data cross-checked against RHS growing guides and UK seed-merchant catalogues. Soil temperatures are the minimum for reliable germination, measured at seed depth.