{"id":32118,"date":"2024-08-28T15:04:03","date_gmt":"2024-08-28T14:04:03","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/moowy.co.uk\/?p=32118"},"modified":"2024-09-11T07:24:22","modified_gmt":"2024-09-11T06:24:22","slug":"chamomile-lawn","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/moowy.co.uk\/chamomile-lawn\/","title":{"rendered":"How to Grow a Chamomile Lawn Successfully"},"content":{"rendered":"
Growing a chamomile lawn<\/strong> is easier than you might think. So let\u2019s get started with the basics and tackle the how-tos along the way.<\/em><\/p> First of all, chamomile lawns are very eco-friendly. They support pollinators like bees and butterflies, contributing to local biodiversity. Additionally, they are suitable for difficult areas, since chamomile can grow in poor soil conditions and partial shade. Even in places where grass struggles to grow, chamomile can thrive. You also have to mow and water them less frequently than regular lawns. That does not only save you a lot of time, it\u2019s also cheaper in the long run. Keep this in mind when buying chamomile plants for your lawn, since they are pricier than grass seeds.<\/p> Another positive note \u2013 the strong scent of chamomile can help repel certain pests, potentially reducing the need for pesticides.<\/p> The chamomile genus contains about 25 species. Not all of them are well suited to become a lawn, so let\u2019s focus on the varieties that are fitting for our purpose. Generally, you can choose between flowering and non-flowering options.<\/p> Height<\/strong>: 3\u20136 inches Height<\/strong>: 2\u20134 inches Height<\/strong>: 4\u20136 inches Height<\/strong>: 8\u201324 inchesWhat are the benefits of a chamomile lawn?<\/h2>
Choosing the right chamomile variety<\/h2>
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\nGrowth<\/strong> habit<\/strong>: Low-growing, spreading
\nLifespan<\/strong>: Perennial
\nScent<\/strong>: Apple-like fragrance when stepped on
\nFlowering<\/strong>: Yes (white daisy-like flowers)
\nBest<\/strong> for<\/strong>: Traditional chamomile lawns<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t
\nGrowth<\/strong> habit<\/strong>: Very dense, mat-forming
\nLifespan<\/strong>: Perennial
\nScent<\/strong>: Aromatic when stepped on
\nFlowering<\/strong>: No (non-flowering cultivar)
\nBest<\/strong> for<\/strong>: Low-maintenance, uniform lawns<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t
\nGrowth<\/strong> habit<\/strong>: Spreading
\nLifespan<\/strong>: Perennial
\nScent<\/strong>: Sweet, apple-like fragrance
\nFlowering<\/strong>: Yes (double white flowers)
\nBest<\/strong> for<\/strong>: More ornamental chamomile lawns<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t\t\t
\nGrowth<\/strong> habit<\/strong>: Upright, less spreading
\nLifespan<\/strong>: Annual (often self-seeds)
\nScent<\/strong>: Sweet, apple-like fragrance
\nFlowering<\/strong>: Yes (white daisy-like flowers with yellow centers)
\nBest<\/strong> for<\/strong>: Mixed plantings or taller sections of chamomile lawns<\/p>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/li>\n\t\t\t<\/ul>\n<\/section>Preparing the ground for your chamomile lawn<\/h2>