Chamomile - Roman

(Hardy Annual)

Chamomile – Roman 
Delightful and fragrant, Roman Chamomile is a must-have for any herb garden. Its feathery, aromatic foliage and cheerful white daisy flowers make it a charming ground cover or container plant. Traditionally used to soothe gastric issues, today it’s popular for calming the mind and body. Harvest the flowers to make a relaxing chamomile tea or dry them for potpourri.

Planting
• Where: Well-drained soil, in full sun or partial shade.
• Position: Ideal as a ground cover or in decorative containers.

Care
• Watering: Keep well watered until established and during dry periods.
• Maintenance: Minimal care once established; enjoys a sunny spot.

Height & Spread
• Size: 10–30cm × 20–40cm.

Harvesting
• How: Snip open flowers with scissors or fingertips.
• Timing: Morning harvest captures the most intense aroma.
• Tip: Regular harvesting encourages more blooms; avoid over-picking.

Top Tips
• Tea Time: Perfect for calming, soothing herbal infusions.
• Decorative: Works beautifully as edging in beds or containers.
• Flower Power: Regularly harvesting flowers promotes continuous flowering throughout the season.