2008/06/20

CHAMOMILE ENGLISH


Anthemis Nobilis - Perennial Height: 30cm
Space: 15cm
Sun or part shade, light well drained soil.
Bright green creeping rootstock and low growing airy stems with yellow/white florets from mid-summer to autumn. A traditional ground cover when cut like grass, gives off a delightful fragrance. Can be used as an herb tea and hair rinse. Plant near failing plants to revive them. Infuse and spray on seedlings to prevent damping off and on compost to activate.

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