Chamomile

The daisy like flowers of Chamomile Matricaria recutita are used for teas. It is reported to be a good companion plant to onions and is said to improve the crop yield.  This variety is also known as German Chamomile: it has a fragrance that conjures fresh straw and is often used for its aromatic properties.  Annual.

This variety is part of our naturally nurtured range, the seed comes from an organic source

🌱 Seasonal Growing Guide

SPRING: surface sow using a grit/peat compost mix, then lightly cover with perlite.  Provide bottom heat until germinated.   Pot on until large enough to harden off, plant out after all frost danger has passed.

SUMMER – don’t let plants dry out.  

AUTUMN – cut back to encourage good new growth and give them a final feed.

WINTER – dig up old plants

📌USES

EDIBLE:

• The leaves are can be made into a tea infusion - although Peter Rabbit was given Chamomile tea, excessive amounts are not recommended.

AROMATIC

• A very good choice for adding to pot pourri or using in a herb pillow
• German Chamomile has a fragrance that conjures fresh straw
  

OTHER

• Please Note: we do not promote the medicinal use of plants – guidance and information should be sought elsewhere.
• German Chamomile is reported to have medicinal properties
• Medicinal uses include calming and soothing skin, maintaining skin health and promoting skin healing.  Also an aid to digestion and support of IBS.  Said to have anti-inflammatory, pain relieving, antibiotic, anti-bacterial, and sedative properties.  Calming for menstrual and menopausal difficulties.
• German Chamomile contains the chemical chamazulene, this gives the essential oil its deep blue color

CAUTION: you should not consume Chamomile Matricaria recutita (also known as German Chamomile) whilst pregnant