Matricaria recutita

German Chamomile

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Annual aromatic herb with daisy-like white petals and yellow centers, prized for calming tea and medicinal uses.
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Plant Details

Common Name German Chamomile
Family Asteraceae
Genus Matricaria
Species Recutita
Origin Southern Europe / West Asia
Blooming Late spring to autumn
Leaf Color Blue-green / Grey-green
Sunlight Sun
Category Outdoor plants
Pet Friendly check Yes
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Care & Maintenance

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Soil

Well-draining loamy soil rich in organic matter; pH 5.6 to 7.5.

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Watering

Moderate watering, keep soil moist but not waterlogged; drought tolerant once established.

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Sunlight & Care

Full sun exposure required for optimal growth and flowering, direct light essential.

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Fertilization

Apply balanced liquid fertilizer monthly during growing season to support foliage and blooms.

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Pruning

Harvest flowers regularly as they open to encourage continuous blooming and prevent self-seeding.

Pest Control Aphid Leaf Miner Spider Mite

These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.

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Seasonal Periods

local_florist Flowering Period 3 months
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agriculture Harvesting Period 3 months
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eco Leaf Persistence 12 months
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Growing Parameters

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Temperature
50° – 86°
Fahrenheit
Ideal ambient air temperature range for healthy growth
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Humidity
40% – 70%
% relative
Optimal relative air humidity the plant thrives in
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Light (LUX)
4000 – 35000
Lux
Ambient illuminance level at the plant's surface
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Light (PAR)
800 – 2500
mmol/m²/s
Photosynthetically active radiation (PAR) intensity
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Soil Moisture
25% – 65%
% volumetric
Water content in the growing medium
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Soil EC
300 – 1800
mS/cm
Electrical conductivity (nutrient concentration in soil water)

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