Welcome you to Smartbuyforever! We are a leading Seeds provider for many years! We provide fresh and high-quality Heirlooms seeds, NON-GMO and organic seeds to home gardeners and other’s Growers! Our main offerings: Hundreds of heirloom, rare, beautiful flowers and Herbs and Vegetables seeds. Especially we provide hard to find Herb and flowers seeds! Common German Chamomile produces tiny daisy-like flowers that smell like apples. It can be used for a relaxing fine flavored tea that can be enjoyed during the winter months beside the crackling fireplace while reading a good book. German chamomile, the variety preferred for making tea, originates in southern and eastern Europe; it has a distinctive apple/pineapple like scent. Ancient authorities such as Hippocrates and Galen wrote of the medical benefits of chamomile, and it remains a popular and effective herbal remedy in modern times. As a tea or infusion, chamomile gives a feeling of relaxation and drowsiness, making it an excellent treatment for insomnia or anxiety. Because of the herb's antiseptic, anti-inflammatory properties, skin preparations including chamomile benefit conditions such as eczema, rashes, or insect bites. The dried flowers and leaves also make a sweet scented addition to sachets or potpourri. Growing Instructions Sowing: In short growing seasons, chamomile can be started inside; start the common German chamomile seeds in a flat 2-3 weeks before the last spring frost date, and transplant them after the last frost. This herb prefers full sun or partial shade in sandy or well drained soil. For direct sowing, plant the Matricaria Recutita seeds 1/4″ deep in rows 18″ apart, thinning to 6-8″ apart as soon as the seedlings appear. Germination should take place within 1-2 weeks. German Chamomile also grows well as a container plant. Growing: Chamomile prefers cool temperatures and can tolerate light frost. Keep the soil moist while the seedlings are still developing, and control weeds to promote the plants' strong growth. Harvesting: Harvest chamomile as needed as soon as it reaches a desirable size. For the best flavored tea, harvest the chamomile flower heads in the morning as soon as they open. Spread them out to dry for about 2 weeks in a very dry, warm place out of direct sunlight. Store the flower heads in an airtight container. Seed Saving: Chamomile easily reseeds itself, but the seed can easily be collected. Remove the flower heads when they dry up on the stem; spread them out to finish drying in a protected location out of direct sunlight. Thresh the heads to remove the common German chamomile seeds, and store it in a cool dry place for 3-4 years. Common Names: Italian Camomilla, Hungarian Chamomile, Kamilla, Wild Chamomile or Scented Mayweed Latin Name: Matricaria recutita Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Cool Season Life Cycle: Annual USDA Zones: 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12 Planting Method: From Transplant Sunlight: Full Sun Height: 24 Inches Color: Green, White Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer Uses: Aromatic Free Shipping: All orders are shipped by USPS First Class Mail. Only orders $12 or more will include free tracking information. Customer care: First of all thanks for your purchase . If you have any issues with your order please Just leave us a message and we'll promptly resolve the issue for you. We are always here for customer support.