Roman Chamomile

Translated from the Greek,"chamomile" means ground apple, referring to the apple-like odor and the fact that it makes a fine ground cover and substitute for grass. Roman Chamomile plants are low-growing, 4-6 inches tall and rapidly spreading. The dried flowers are used to make a sedative tea, nerve tonic, and skin cleanser, and it is used in potpourri.   350 seeds     PLANTING Chamaemelum nobilis Perennial , zones 5-9 Germination: 10-14 days Germination Temperature: Optimum soil temperatures 60-70ºF Seed Planting Depth:  Sow on the surface, seeds need light to germinate. Starting Indoors: Start indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost. Provide  60-70ºF soil temperatures. Transplant into the garden after the last frost, 4-6” apart.  Sowing Outdoors: After the last frost, very small seeds- sow seeds lightly in a prepared area Growth Habit: Low growing, spreading mat Height and Width: 4-12” x 12”   Spacing:  4-6” apart Light Needs: Full sun Soil Needs:  Roman Chamomile needs average to med