Can You Grow German Chamomile in Zone 8a?
German Chamomile grows well in Zone 8a
Chamomile thrives in your zone — direct sow in spring and harvest all summer.
📅 When to Plant in Zone 8a
Based on Zone 8a's average last frost of mid-February and first frost of early December — frost can arrive earlier or later in any given year, so check your local forecast before you transplant.
🌱 Growing German Chamomile in Zone 8a
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.
🗺️ USDA Plant Hardiness Zones
2023 USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map — public domain. USDA Agricultural Research Service
USDA zones run 1a–13b (26 half-zones). Each full zone above covers both the a and b half-zones. Browse all US zones →
Technical climate details for Zone 8a
- USDA Zone
- 8a
- Last Frost
- mid-February
- First Frost
- early December
- Frost-Free Days
- 288
- German Chamomile Zone Range
- 3a – 9b
- Days to Harvest
- 60–90 days