{"title":"Chamomile","description":"\u003cp data-start=\"182\" data-end=\"785\"\u003eChamomile has been valued for centuries as one of the most calming and versatile herbs for both garden and home. Whether you are growing German chamomile for its abundant, tea rich flowers or Roman chamomile for its fragrant, low growing mats, both types offer soft white blooms, a sweet apple like scent and a long tradition of use in gentle digestive and relaxing remedies. In the garden, chamomile is often called the plant’s physician because it is believed to support the health of neighbouring plants and its leaf tea is traditionally used to help prevent damping off in seedlings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"787\" data-end=\"1022\" data-is-last-node=\"\" data-is-only-node=\"\"\u003eChamomile grows best in full sun and well drained soil, thriving through the cooler, milder months. It is an easy and rewarding herb for teas, infusions, and aromatic borders, bringing softness, scent and a sense of calm to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e","products":[{"product_id":"chamomile-684","title":"Chamomile German Seeds","description":"\u003cdiv class=\"title\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"qMYqUG_convSearchResultHighlightRoot\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"\"\u003e\n\u003csection class=\"text-token-text-primary w-full focus:outline-none has-data-writing-block:pointer-events-none [\u0026amp;:has([data-writing-block])\u0026gt;*]:pointer-events-auto R6Vx5W_threadScrollVars scroll-mb-[calc(var(--scroll-root-safe-area-inset-bottom,0px)+var(--thread-response-height))] scroll-mt-[calc(var(--header-height)+min(200px,max(70px,20svh)))]\" dir=\"auto\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"text-base my-auto mx-auto pb-10 [--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-xs,calc(var(--spacing)*4))] @w-sm\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-sm,calc(var(--spacing)*6))] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-margin:var(--thread-content-margin-lg,calc(var(--spacing)*16))] px-(--thread-content-margin)\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"[--thread-content-max-width:40rem] @w-lg\/main:[--thread-content-max-width:48rem] mx-auto max-w-(--thread-content-max-width) flex-1 group\/turn-messages focus-visible:outline-hidden relative flex w-full min-w-0 flex-col agent-turn\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex max-w-full flex-col gap-4 grow\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv dir=\"auto\" class=\"min-h-8 text-message relative flex w-full flex-col items-end gap-2 text-start break-words whitespace-normal outline-none keyboard-focused:focus-ring [.text-message+\u0026amp;]:mt-1\" tabindex=\"0\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"flex w-full flex-col gap-1 empty:hidden\"\u003e\n\u003cdiv class=\"markdown prose dark:prose-invert wrap-break-word w-full light markdown-new-styling\"\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMatricaria chamomilla \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOne of the world's most treasured medicinal herbs, German Chamomile produces masses of delicate daisy-like flowers with bright yellow centres and finely divided, feathery foliage. This charming annual grows quickly to around 40–60cm and brings both beauty and usefulness to the garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe fragrant flowers have been used for centuries to make soothing herbal teas traditionally taken to support relaxation, restful sleep and nervous system wellbeing. The blooms contain a distinctive blue essential oil, prized in herbal medicine and natural skincare preparations.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOften referred to as the \"plant's physician\", chamomile has long been valued by gardeners for its beneficial relationship with neighbouring plants. A tea made from the flowers and foliage has traditionally been used around seedlings, while the plant itself is believed to support the health and vigour of nearby herbs and vegetables.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe flowers can be harvested fresh or dried for tea, skincare preparations and traditional hair rinses used to brighten fair hair.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 4,000 seeds per packet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16,000 seeds\/gram\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropics:\u003c\/strong\u003e April to August\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubtropics:\u003c\/strong\u003e March to September\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMild climates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold climates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring and summer\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow seed on the surface of moist soil and press down gently, as light assists germination. Do not cover seed. Chamomile prefers a sunny position and well-drained soil. Keep moist during germination. Plants may be direct sown or started in trays and transplanted carefully. Space plants approximately 20–30cm apart. Harvest flowers regularly to encourage continued blooming throughout the season. Approximately 8–12 weeks to first flowering.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eDue to quarantine restrictions, TAS has an 800g limit per each seed variety. \u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eNot available for WA\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/section\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e\n\u003c\/div\u003e","brand":"Eden Seeds","offers":[{"title":"Packet","offer_id":46649674825946,"sku":null,"price":3.9,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0736\/4866\/8890\/files\/H_Chamomile2.jpg?v=1784858524"},{"product_id":"chamomile-roman-1326","title":"Chamomile Roman Seeds","description":"\u003cp\u003e\u003cem\u003eAnthemis nobilis \/ Chamaemelum nobile\u003c\/em\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eA charming low-growing perennial herb with finely divided, aromatic foliage and masses of cheerful white daisy-like flowers. Roman Chamomile forms a soft, fragrant carpet that has long been valued as a groundcover, lawn alternative and cottage garden favourite.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eThe sweetly scented flowers attract bees and other beneficial insects while providing months of colour through the warmer seasons. Unlike German Chamomile, which is an annual, Roman Chamomile is a perennial that returns year after year, gradually spreading to form dense mats of feathery foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eTraditionally, the flowers have been used in herbal teas and infusions and are regarded as one of the gentlest and most widely loved calming herbs. The aromatic foliage releases a pleasant apple-like fragrance when brushed against or walked upon, making it particularly suited to pathways, seating areas and sensory gardens.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eRoman Chamomile thrives in full sun and well-drained soil and is well suited to borders, herb gardens, rockeries and informal lawn areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eApproximately 4,000 seeds per packet\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e16,000 seeds per gram\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWhen to Plant (Australia)\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eTropics:\u003c\/strong\u003e April to August\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSubtropics:\u003c\/strong\u003e March to September\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eMild climates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Autumn to spring\u003cbr\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eCold climates:\u003c\/strong\u003e Spring and autumn\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePlanting \/ Sowing\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr\u003eSow seed on the surface of moist soil and press down gently, as light assists germination. Do not cover seed. Seed may be sown directly where plants are to grow or started in trays and transplanted carefully. Plant in full sun and well-drained soil. Keep soil lightly moist until established. Space plants approximately 20–30cm apart. 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Annual to 40cm. Has healing blue oil. Dried flowers used as tea, used for conditioning fair hair. Known as the plant's physician. Tea of leaves used for \"damping off\" disease in plants. Tea of flowers used as calmative and is valuable in many nervous conditions. Sunny position. 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