When to Plant Chamomile in Deuel County, SD
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.
Deuel County, South Dakota is in USDA Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 2 and the first fall frost is October 1, giving you a growing season of approximately 152 days.
At an elevation of 693 feet, Deuel County receives approximately 32.5 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly loam soil. Summer highs average 82°F, so choose short-season varieties of Chamomile to ensure they mature before fall.
Deuel County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Loam
Soil pH
6.5-7.8
Drainage
Well Drained
Plant Planting Risk Windows
Percentages indicate frost risk at transplant. The 70% safe window means there is a 30% chance of frost after transplant — suitable for cold-hardy crops or gardeners with frost protection. The 90% safe window is best for tender plants.
Plant Water Budget
Water stress score is 6/10 — consider drought-tolerant varieties and mulching
Chamomile Planting Timeline — Deuel County, SD
Chamomile Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 21 | Mar 21 – Apr 4 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 25 | Apr 25 – May 9 |
| Direct Sow | April 25 | Apr 25 – May 16 |
| Fall Sowing | July 9 | Jul 9 – Jul 23 |
| Harvest | June 27 | Jun 27 – Sep 5 |
Plant 0.5" deep · 8" apart · Rows 12" apart
Month-by-Month Timeline
| Month | Activities |
|---|---|
| January | — |
| February | — |
| March | Start Indoors |
| April | Start Indoors Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| May | Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| August | 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
5.6 – 7.5
USDA Zone
Zone 4a
Growing Season
152 days
Growing Tips for Deuel County
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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Frequently Asked Questions
When should I plant Chamomile in Deuel County, SD?
Deuel County is in Zone 4a with an average last frost of May 2. Plan your Chamomile planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Deuel County, SD?
Deuel County, South Dakota is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4a. The average last spring frost is May 2 and first fall frost is October 1.
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