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Chamomile - German 'Zloty Lan' Organic
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Chamomile - German 'Zloty Lan' Organic

Matricaria recutita
A vigorous tetraploid variety from Poland, 'Zloty Lan' has larger flowers and is medicinally potent, with a high beneficial oil content to relax and comfort both mind and body. Chamomile also attracts beneficial tachinid flies that control pests in gardens, including Japanese beetles, making it a valuable addition to herb, veggie, and flower gardens.
SKU #S1241OG
$3.25
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Details
Approximate Seeds Per Packet
600
Lifecycle
Annual
Annual Hardiness
Hardy Annual
Mature Size
1.5' h x 1' w
Sun
Full sun
Soil
Regular to rich, well-drained
Season
Summer to fall
Color
Dainty white daisies
Features
Scented Leaves
Deer Resistant
Heat or Drought Tolerant
Attracts Beneficial Insects
Notable
Certified Organic Seed Available
SOWING INSTRUCTIONS
Depth:
Surface sow and press into soil, or just cover.
Sprout Time:
14-21 days
Starting Indoors:
Sow indoors in late winter. Keep at about 68°F.
Starting Outdoors:
Direct sow in mid spring to early summer.
WHEN TO SET OUTSIDE
After all danger of frost has passed
PLACEMENT & CULTIVATION
The dried flowers of this aromatic herb have been at the center of remedies for insomnia, nervousness, cramping, stomach problems, skin ailments, and more since ancient times. Gather the abundant apple-scented flower heads in full bloom and steep fresh or dry for teas. Its ferny light green foliage and a wealth of gold-centered daisy flowers make it a valuable annual in vegetable gardens or cottage and informal meadow gardens. Deadhead or harvest to reduce self sowing.
Final Spacing:
1'
Water Requirements:
Medium Water Use
Watering Details:
About 1" per week; less is okay once established. Do not overwater.
Soil pH:
Acidic to neutral
Fertilizer:
If soil is poor, mix in a couple of inches of compost prior to planting.
Diseases & Pests:
No major problems.
When to Cut for Bouquets:
Harvest fully opened flowers in the afternoon, after dew has evaporated. Use fingers as a comb to collect just the flower head. Dry thoroughly or freeze.