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Next time you are a little upset or on edge, try some chamomile tea. Its delicate taste will begin the soothing process, and when the chemical compounds within the tea take hold, you’ll feel so much better.

When you are ready to pick-up your chamomile, you can find two main varieties. They are similar in function, but not in appearance, so be sure you’re getting the right chamomile for your needs.

You can try German chamomile for several different things ranging from teas to lotions. The combination of this herb’s woody, apple smell and daisy-like appearance can cheer up any room.

German chamomile is self-seeding, which is nice because it is an annual and this saves you some trouble with planting it again and again. These seeds should be collected and you can plant more in your garden or give them as a nice little gift to a co-worker or friend.

It will do better in full or direct natural light and dry conditions. German chamomile plants grow straight up, which is different than how Roman chamomile grows, and can reach a height of almost three feet.

The best way to cultivate German chamomile is to either plant the seeds in a container indoors or to sprinkle them on the ground. The seeds are so fine, there’s no need to cover with soil. The sod should be kept moist (not wet) and if you potted your German chamomile make sure you do not transplant the seedlings until they are at least four inches tall. The best way to increase your harvest is to plant more seeds every four weeks during the growing season. German chamomile produces only a few flowers, so the more you grow the better.

I read about that one beautiful type of German chamomile is double-flowered, which I would like to have.

Roman chamomile, which is often called “true chamomile” or “English chamomile” is also nice in teas to ease nervous tension. It has the same woody, apple-like smell of the German chamomile, but it is unique in that it is a creeper or ground cover rather than a bushy plant.

This herb will only grow to about 10 inches high as it creeps along the ground. In the summer, the Roman chamomile will get a little taller and sprout little white blossoms with yellow centers that are similar to the German chamomile, but more pungent.

The oil from the Roman chamomile can be used to lighten or soften your hair. A few varieties are even used to flavor sherry.

This herb is not actually best if started from seeds, so I suggest you buy it or start with a division from someone else’s Roman chamomile.

Fortunately Roman chamomile is drought resistant and able to survive for long periods without water, for those of you who forget this necessary task.

It’s interesting that even though these 2 herbs have the same name, look alike and taste alike, scientists have determined that they are not even related.

Good luck with your herb gardening. Be sure to let me know how your herb garden grows.

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