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When to plant Chamomile in Erving, MA

For Erving, gardeners: plant Chamomile April 25 through May 16 once soil reads 50°F. A second sowing from August 2 to August 16 extends the harvest into fall.

When to Plant Chamomile in Erving, MA

Chamomile is a daisy-like herb famous for its calming, apple-scented tea. German chamomile is an annual while Roman chamomile is a perennial ground cover.

Erving, Massachusetts is in USDA Zone 5b. The average last spring frost is May 9 and the first fall frost is October 11, giving you a growing season of approximately 155 days.

At an elevation of 1,016 feet, Franklin County receives approximately 42.1 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 87°F, providing good warmth for Chamomile during the growing season.

Erving, MA (Zone 5b) Moderate season
155 days
Last Spring Frost May 9
155 growing days
First Fall Frost October 11

Erving Soil Profile

Soil Type

Silt Loam

Soil pH

4.8-6.7

Drainage

Well Drained

Monthly Watering Guide for Chamomile

Chamomile needs approximately 1 inches of water per week (4.3" per month). Here's how your county's rainfall compares month by month.

Month Chamomile Needs Rainfall You Supplement Action
Jan 2.9" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Feb 3.1" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Mar 3.4" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Apr 3.2" 0" ❄️ Dormant
May 4.3" 4.1" 0.2" 💧 Light watering
Jun 4.3" 4" 0.3" 💧 Light watering
Jul 4.3" 4.2" 0.1" 💧 Light watering
Aug 4.3" 3.5" 0.8" 💧 Light watering
Sep 4.3" 3.6" 0.7" 💧 Light watering
Oct 4.3" 4" 0.3" 💧 Light watering
Nov 3.4" 0" ❄️ Dormant
Dec 2.8" 0" ❄️ Dormant

Water needs are for active growing months only (May–Oct in Franklin County). Supplement amounts are based on average rainfall — actual needs vary with temperature, soil, and mulching.

Chamomile Planting Timeline — Erving, MA

Chamomile Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors April 4 Apr 4 – Apr 18
Transplant Outdoors May 2 May 2 – May 16
Direct Sow April 25 Apr 25 – May 16
Harvest July 4 Jul 4 – Sep 12
Fall Sowing August 2 Aug 2 – Aug 16

Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March
April Start Indoors Direct Sow
May Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
June
July Harvest
August Fall Sowing Harvest
September Harvest
October
November
December

Growing Conditions

☀️ Sun

Full Sun (6-8+ hours)

💧 Water

Moderate — regular watering

📅 Days to Maturity

60–90 days

🧪 Soil pH

Needs 5.6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 5b

📆 Growing Season

155 days in Franklin County

Growing Tips for Erving

Direct sow on the soil surface as seeds need light. Harvest flowers when petals begin to curl back. Chamomile self-sows freely and improves the health of nearby plants.

Companion Planting

Good Companions

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When should I plant Chamomile in Erving, MA?

In Erving, MA, plant Chamomile after the last frost (around May 9) and before the first frost (around October 11). Best results when soil holds above 50°F.

What growing zone is Erving, MA for Chamomile?

Erving sits in USDA Zone 5b. Chamomile grows reliably in zones 3a through 9b, so it's a good fit here.

Can Chamomile grow in Erving's climate?

Yes — Chamomile grows well in Erving's temperate climate. Erving averages a 155-day frost-free season, with last frost around May 9 and first frost around October 11.

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Data sources: USDA Plant Hardiness Zone Map (2023), NOAA 30-Year Climate Normals. Frost dates are based on 50% probability averages for Franklin County, MA. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: July 2026.