Cota tinctoria Seeds, Dyer’s Chamomile, Golden Marguerite

Cota tinctoria Seeds, Golden Marguerite

Key Features & Details Yellow Chamomile

• Sowing: Sow seeds indoors in late winter to early spring (about 4 weeks before the last frost) or directly outdoors in late spring to early summer. Surface-sow, gently pressing into the growing medium, as light is needed for germination. Maintain consistent moisture until germination, which typically occurs within 2 to 4 weeks.
• Notes: Each packet contains approximately 100, 200, 500 open-pollinated seeds, carefully harvested to ensure a high germination rate. Plants grow bushy with aromatic, feathery foliage and a profusion of cheerful yellow, daisy-like flowers from summer into fall, attracting pollinators.

Botanical Information Dyer’s Chamomile

• Botanical Name: Cota tinctoria
• Common Names: Dyer’s Chamomile, Golden Marguerite, Yellow Chamomile
• Life Cycle: Short-lived Perennial (often treated as Biennial)
• Flower Color: Yellow
• Flower Time: June through September
• Height: 1 to 3 feet (60-90 cm)

Characteristics and Usage

• Dye Plant
• Ornamental Plant
• Pollinator Friendly
• Excellent Cut Flowers
• Low Maintenance
• Good for Cottage Gardens
• Good for Informal Gardens
• Good for Mediterranean Climate Plantings
• Good for Banks and Slopes
• Good for Wildflower Meadows
• Drought Tolerant
• Adaptable to various conditions
• Forms bushy, clump-forming mounds

Growing Conditions Golden Marguerite

• Sunlight: Thrives in full sun, can tolerate partial sun.
• Soil: Prefers well-drained soil, remarkably adaptable, tolerating poor, dry, and compacted soils. Good drainage is crucial. Performs well in loamy soil.
• Habitat: Temperate climates, suitable for cottage gardens, informal gardens, Mediterranean climate plantings, banks and slopes, and wildflower meadows.
• Soil pH: Slightly acidic to neutral.
• Moisture: Can withstand dry conditions, but consistent moisture leads to more profuse flowering. Water when soil is almost completely dry, allowing it to dry out between waterings.
• Germination: Surface-sow seeds, pressing gently into medium; light required for germination. Maintain consistent moisture until germination, which occurs within 2 to 4 weeks.
• Propagation: Easily propagated by seeds, sown indoors in late winter to early spring (about 4 weeks before last frost) or directly outdoors in late spring to early summer.
• Additional Notes: Fertilize every 4-6 weeks during the growing season with a balanced fertilizer (e.g., 5-10-10) to promote healthy growth and flowering. Switch to high-phosphorus fertilizers for optimal blooming. It prefers moderate temperatures and does well in temperate climates with good air circulation.

Uses and Garden Appeal

• Attracts Wildlife: Attracts a wide variety of pollinators, including bees and other beneficial insects.