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Can You Grow German Chamomile in Northwest Territories?

Canada · Canadian Zone 1 · zones 0, 1, 2

Grows well here

Chamomile thrives in your zone — direct sow in spring and harvest all summer.

Plant zones

3a–9b

Northwest Territories last frost

mid-June

Northwest Territories first frost

mid-August

Days to harvest

60–90 days

When to plant German Chamomiles in Northwest Territories

Direct sow

Jun 15

Harvest

Aug 14 – Sep 13

Dates are approximate, based on Northwest Territories's average frost dates. Your exact yard may vary by microclimate.

About German Chamomile

German chamomile is the most widely used medicinal herb in the world — the apple-scented flowers dry easily for calming teas. Extremely easy to grow; self-seeds prolifically once established.

Surface sow directly — seeds need light to germinate, do not cover. Self-seeds freely so you only plant once. Harvest flowers when petals are fully open. Dry in a single layer for tea. Note: avoid if allergic to ragweed.

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Gardening in Northwest Territories

The NWT has an arctic to subarctic climate. Only the very hardiest crops survive the extremely short summer. Gardening under cover is the primary approach.