Growing Chamomile in Zone 5A

Chamomile is a gentle herb famous for calming tea. German chamomile is annual; Roman is perennial.

Zone 5A has a moderate growing season. Most crops do well here with proper timing around frost dates.

Top Growing Tips

• German chamomile (annual) is easier to grow than Roman (perennial)
• Direct sow on soil surface — seeds need light to germinate
• Self-seeds readily and will come back year after year
• Harvest flowers when petals reflex (fold back) from center
• Dry flowers at low heat or in a dehydrator for tea

Companion Planting

Good companions: brassicas, onions, cucumbers — called ‘plant doctor’ for helping sick plants

Avoid planting near: none in particular

Harvest Timeline

Harvest flowers individually or cut whole stems when most blooms are open

About Zone 5A

USDA Hardiness Zone 5A has an average last spring frost around Apr 25 and first fall frost around Oct 8. All planting dates above are calculated from these frost dates. Your specific location may vary — check with your local extension office for the most accurate dates.