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When to Plant Chamomile in Morden-Winkler, MB

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.

Morden-Winkler, Manitoba is in USDA Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 8 and the first fall frost is October 2, giving you a growing season of approximately 147 days.

At an elevation of 987 feet, Morden-Winkler receives approximately 13.8 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly black chernozem soil. Summer highs average 71°F, so choose short-season varieties of Chamomile to ensure they mature before fall. With low rainfall, drip irrigation is essential for growing Chamomile successfully. Mulch heavily to conserve soil moisture.

Morden-Winkler, MB (Zone 4b) Short season
147 days
Last Spring Frost May 8
147 growing days
First Fall Frost October 2

Morden-Winkler Soil Profile

Soil Type

Black Chernozem

Soil pH

6.0-7.0

Drainage

Well Drained

Chamomile Planting Timeline — Morden-Winkler, MB

Chamomile Planting Calendar

Activity When Date Range
Start Indoors March 27 Mar 27 – Apr 10
Transplant Outdoors May 1 May 1 – May 15
Direct Sow May 1 May 1 – May 22
Harvest July 3 Jul 3 – Sep 11
Fall Sowing July 10 Jul 10 – Jul 24

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

Month-by-Month Timeline

MonthActivities
January
February
March Start Indoors
April Start Indoors
May Transplant Outdoors Direct Sow
June
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

Needs 5.6–7.5 · Your soil: N/A

🗺️ USDA Zone

Zone 4b

📆 Growing Season

147 days in Morden-Winkler

Growing Tips for Morden-Winkler

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.

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Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Chamomile in Morden-Winkler, MB?

Morden-Winkler is in Zone 4b with an average last frost of May 8. Plan your Chamomile planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.

What planting zone is Morden-Winkler, MB?

Morden-Winkler, Manitoba is in USDA Hardiness Zone 4b. The average last spring frost is May 8 and first fall frost is October 2.

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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 Morden-Winkler, MB. Local conditions may vary. Last updated: August 2026.

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