German chamomile

Matricaria chamomilla 'German Chamomile'

HerbAsteraceae

German chamomile
Deer-resistantFragrantEdible
USDA zones2 to 8
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moderate soil
Size12 to 24 inches tall12 inches wide
Bloom season
Summer
Soil types
Sand, loam, chalk
Soil pH
Acid, alkaline, neutral

Garden uses

ContainerFood gardenLow maintenancePollinator garden

Attracts

Bees

Notes

'German Chamomile' (Matricaria chamomilla 'German Chamomile') is an herb for pollinator gardens, containers, and food gardens. It is typically grown as an annual. It handles cool weather and a light frost. This plant likes full sun and dry to average, sandy, loamy, or chalky soil. It sits low on the menu for deer. The fragrant flowers open from early to late summer and draw bees.

Pairs well with Pesto Perpetuo basil, Cerise Queen yarrow, and Margold tomato.