chamomile
Chamaemelum nobile
USDA zones4 to 9
SunHandles full sun to partial sun
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 inches wide
- Growth rate
- Rapid
- Habit
- Spreading
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn
- Bloom color
- Yellow, white
- Foliage color
- Green
- Soil types
- Sand, loam, chalk
- Soil pH
- Acid, alkaline, neutral
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) is an herb for borders, cottage gardens, and ground cover. It is hardy to USDA zone 4, or down to -30°F (-34°C). This plant likes full or part sun and dry to moist, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It spreads fast and forms a low, evergreen mat of green leaves. The yellow and white flowers are fragrant and attract bees. It also tolerates drought and needs little care.
Pairs well with Creeping thyme, Lamb’s ear, and Chives.
Native range
Europe and India and Western Asia.