About
A mat-forming perennial to 25cm in height, with intricately divided, aromatic leaves and yellow-centred, white daisy-like flowers 1.5cm across.
About the genus
Chamaemelum can be annuals or perennials, strongly aromatic, with finely dissected leaves and daisy-like flowerheads with white rays and yellow disk florets
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH7
Plant details
Plant typeHerbs - Culinary, Herbaceous Perennial
HabitMatforming
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens, Wildflower meadow, Wildlife gardens
Native toW Europe, NW Africa
FragranceFoliage
Care notes
CultivationGrow on any light well-drained soil in full sun. For more advice, see chamomile cultivation
PruningTrim regularly to keep compact, bushy growth
PropagationPropagate by seed or by division for non-flowering cultivars
Pest resistanceGenerally pest-free
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free