Matricaria recutita
scented mayweed
An annual with much divided, aromatic foliage, and scented daisy-like flowers, composed of white rays with yellow disc florets which are borne singly on stems from June to August
Synonyms
Matricaria chamomillaChamomilla recutita
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
1 yearUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | White Yellow | Green | ||
Autumn | Green | |||
Winter |
Position
- Full shade
Aspect
East–facing or South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Asteraceae
- Native to the UK
- Yes
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Matricaria are a genus of hardy annuals with a pleasant aroma, often found in rock and herb gardens. They have erect stems with many branches and plentiful bipinnate leaves. Flowers are daisy-like and symmetrical and mainly white with yellow capitula.
- Name status
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
Prefers light soil and as a cornfield weed, disturbed ground to germinate
Propagation
Propagate by seed
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Wildflower meadow
- Wildlife gardens
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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