Roman Chamomile Chamaemelum nobile

Roman Chamomile (Chamaemelum nobile) is a evergreen perennial grown for tisanes and light dessert scenting. It prefers full sun to light shade and free-draining, moderately fertile loam, reaching about 10–25 cm. Harvest in pick flowers in dry weather for the best flavour and aroma.

  • Sun: Full sun to light shade
  • Soil: Free-draining, moderately fertile loam
  • Watering: Moderate; allow the surface to dry between waterings
  • Harvest: Pick flowers in dry weather
  • Difficulty: Easy

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