Chamomile
Chamomile is the meadow flower of the garden-to-vase movement — dozens of tiny white-and-yellow daisy heads on branching stems, with an unmistakable apple fragrance. A perfect low-cost filler for cottage-garden weddings; splits into many usable side stems per bunch.
| Family | Asteraceae |
|---|---|
| Origin | Europe; commercially grown Netherlands, Italy, Colombia |
| Peak season | May, June, July |
| Availability | April to September |
| Stem length | 40–60 cm |
| Vase life | 5–10 days |
| Colors | white, cream |
| Price tier | budget |
Cut on a diagonal, fresh water. Strip lower foliage aggressively — chamomile foliage foul the water fast.
- •Dozens of tiny daisy heads per branching stem
- •Distinctive apple-like fragrance
- •Strip foliage — decays fast in water
- •Perfect meadow-style filler
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Botanical reference
- Common name
- Annual Chamomile
- Also known as
- feverfew, matricaria, Anthemis vulgaris, Camomilla patens, Chamaemelum chamomilla, Chamaemelum suaveolens, Chamaemelum vulgare, Chamomilla chamomilla, Chamomilla chamomilla coronata, Chamomilla chamomilla courrantiana, Chamomilla chamomilla kochiana, Chamomilla chamomilla pappulosa
- Distribution
- Afghanistan, Albania, Algeria, Altay, Austria, Azores, Baleares, Belarus, Belgium, Bulgaria
- Uses
- medicinal plant
Open-data sources: GBIF, Wikidata (CC0/CC BY)
Frequently asked questions
When is Chamomile in season?
Chamomile peaks in May, June, July, and florists can usually source it April to September. Availability shifts by region and greenhouse supply.
How long does Chamomile last in a vase?
Expect 5–10 days with proper conditioning — a clean vase, fresh water every couple of days, flower food, and a cool spot away from ripening fruit and direct heat.
What can I use instead of Chamomile?
Good substitutes for Chamomile include Ammi, Gypsophila, Shasta Daisy. Match on look, colour and season — our substitute finder ranks the closest alternatives.
What does Chamomile symbolise?
Chamomile is associated with patience, gentleness, healing.
How do you care for cut Chamomile?
Dozens of tiny daisy heads per branching stem
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