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Chamomile

Chamomile is listed botanically as Matricaria chamomilla. It may also be listed as crown mayweed, hungarian chamomile, scented mayweed, blue chamomile. Annual herb with apple-scented flowers used for tea. PlotPal's canonical care record lists full sun and lower water needs. The current taxonomy reference places it in the genus Matricaria and in the family Asteraceae. PlotPal currently carries Chamomile as an outdoor growing and herb reference. Recorded garden roles include culinary herb. Growing note: Self-seeds readily. Harvest flowers when fully open. Dry for tea. Very easy to grow. Plant-health prevention note: Ensure good air circulation, avoid overhead watering Pest-prevention note: Encourage beneficial insects, maintain plant health The current reference lists an average harvest time of about 60 days, where harvest timing applies. Common pests in the reference include Aphids, Mealybugs. Common plant-health issues in the reference include Powdery mildew, Damping off. Use this guide as practical growing context, then adjust decisions to the actual weather, soil, container or bed, variety, and conditions in your garden.