Chamaemelum nobile

Roman Chamomile

Only one type of this moss-like ground cover, Chamaemelum nobile, is grown. It is perfect for around stepping stones or to create a scented plant carpet you can walk on. Plant small patches only, for bare spots quickly fill in. Unmowed, reaches 4 to 12 inches tall. Trim or mow at 3 to 4 inches high, and shear off flowers to maintain ground cover. Prefers dry soil.

The flowers, which resemble daisies or yellow buttons, are dried for Chamomile tea. The finely divided, gray-green leaves have an apple scent when crushed.

Attributes - Chamaemelum nobile

Plant Type: Perennial

Bloom Season: Late Spring through Early Fall

Flower Color: White

Foliage: Evergreen

Height: 4 in. to 1 ft.

Width: 1 ft. 6 in.

Sunlight: Full Sun, Partial Sun

Climate: Zones 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9

Notes: Thrives in Acid Soil, Wet Soil. Low Maintenance. Susceptible to Beetles, Root Rot, Scales, Spider Mites.

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