Chamomile Seeds - Zloty Lan (Matricaria chamomilla)

Zloty Lan Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is a prolific annual daisy-type flower known for its bright white petals and vibrant yellow centers. Blooming from late spring into summer, this variety forms dense sprays of flowers that draw bees and beneficial insects. Perfect for sunny borders, pathways, containers, wildflower meadows, and cottage-style gardens, Zloty Lan offers abundant bloom production and natural pollinator support.

Features

• Bright yellow-centered white daisy flowers.
• Highly attractive to bees and beneficial insects.
• Zloty Lan variety of Matricaria chamomilla.
• Prolific, long-blooming annual with strong floral production.
• Ideal for borders, meadows, containers, and cottage gardens.
• Low-maintenance and easy to grow from seed.

Specifications

• Common Name: Zloty Lan Chamomile
• Scientific Name: Matricaria chamomilla (syn. Matricaria recutita)
• Plant Type: Annual flowering herb
• USDA Zones: 3–10 (annual)
• Bloom Color: White with golden yellow center
• Fragrance: Light and fresh
• Height: 20–36 inches
• Spread: 10–18 inches
• Growth Habit: Upright, branching
• Heirloom: Yes
• GMO Status: Non-GMO
• Organic: Not certified organic
• Light Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil Preference: Well-drained, average garden soil
• Water Needs: Moderate; avoid soggy soil
• Bloom Season: Late spring through summer
• Pollinator Friendly: Yes (bees, beneficial insects)
• Maintenance Level: Low
• Plant Spacing: 8–12 inches
• Seed Viability: 2–4 years stored cool and dry

Planting Guide

• Direct sow outdoors in early spring, or start indoors 4–6 weeks before frost.
• Press seeds gently into the soil surface; do not bury (requires light to germinate).
• Mist or water lightly to maintain surface moisture until germination.
• Germination occurs in 7–21 days depending on temperature.
• Thin or transplant seedlings to 8–12 inches apart.
• Provide full sun for best growth and flower density.
• Water moderately, avoiding heavy or soggy soils.
• Remove spent blooms to extend flowering throughout summer.
• Allow some blooms to mature for natural reseeding if desired.