chamomile, Roman

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a.k.a. English chamomile, lawn chamomile
latin name:  chamaemelum nobile Flore Pleno

zone: 6-9
type: perennial - grown as an annual in colder climate
light: full sun or partial shade
height: 6”

description:.  Aromatic evergreen with fine leafed foliage and delicate apple scent.  Low growing.  Produces single, white daisy like flowers throughout the summer months.  

harvest:  Pick the flowers just as they open up and use fresh, or to dry.

culinary notes:  Traditional ground cover in English gardens and pathways.  Flowers used to make a calming tea known to many.