Roman Chamomile Seeds

Roman Chamomile is a fragrant, low-growing perennial herb prized for its sweet apple-scented foliage, charming daisy-like flowers, and centuries of use in herbal gardens. Unlike German Chamomile, which is grown as an annual, Roman Chamomile forms a spreading perennial mat of finely textured evergreen foliage that returns year after year, making it both a beautiful ornamental plant and a valuable herb.

Throughout summer, the plants produce masses of cheerful white flowers with golden centers that float above the fragrant foliage. The blossoms attract bees, butterflies, and other beneficial pollinators while adding a delicate charm to borders, herb gardens, pathways, rock gardens, and containers.

Roman Chamomile has long been cultivated as a tea herb, with the flowers harvested for soothing herbal infusions. The fragrant blooms are also used in potpourris, sachets, floral crafts, and traditional herbal preparations. When brushed or walked upon, the foliage releases a pleasant apple-like fragrance that has made Roman Chamomile a favorite for centuries.

Because of its low-growing habit, Roman Chamomile is often used as a groundcover, edging plant, or even as a fragrant lawn substitute in suitable climates. It is equally at home in cottage gardens, pollinator gardens, and decorative patio containers.

• Produces fragrant white daisy-like flowers.
• Sweet apple-scented foliage.
• Traditional herb for herbal tea blends.
• Excellent pollinator plant for bees and butterflies.
• Long-lived perennial herb.
• Useful as a groundcover or edging plant.
• Suitable for fragrant lawns and pathways.
• Excellent container and patio plant.
• Flowers may be harvested fresh or dried.
• Popular for potpourris and sachets.
• Beautiful addition to herb and cottage gardens.
• Low maintenance and easy to grow.

Roman Chamomile is a hardy perennial in USDA Zones 4-9.

• Start seeds indoors 6-8 weeks before the last frost or sow outdoors after danger of frost has passed.
• Press seeds lightly onto the soil surface.
• Do not cover deeply, as light aids germination.
• Maintain temperatures between 60-70°F (16-21°C).
• Keep soil evenly moist during germination.
• Seeds typically germinate in 10-21 days.
• Provide bright light after seedlings emerge.

• Plant in full sun to partial shade.
• Prefers well-drained soil.
• Tolerates poor soils once established.
• Water during prolonged dry periods.
• Harvest flowers regularly for teas and drying.
• Trim lightly after flowering to maintain a compact appearance.

Combining fragrant foliage, charming flowers, pollinator appeal, and traditional herbal uses, Roman Chamomile remains one of the most versatile and beloved herbs for the home garden. Whether grown for tea, fragrance, groundcover, or ornamental beauty, this classic perennial herb provides years of enjoyment with very little maintenance.