When to Plant Chamomile in Boone County, WV
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.
Boone County, West Virginia is in USDA Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 22 and the first fall frost is October 23, giving you a growing season of approximately 184 days.
At an elevation of 1,287 feet, Boone County receives approximately 40.9 inches of rainfall annually with predominantly silt loam soil. Summer highs average 89°F, providing good warmth for Chamomile during the growing season.
Boone County Soil Profile
Soil Type
Silt Loam
Soil pH
6.0-7.0
Drainage
Well Drained
Chamomile Planting Timeline — Boone County, WV
Chamomile Planting Calendar
| Activity | When | Date Range |
|---|---|---|
| Start Indoors | March 18 | Mar 18 – Apr 1 |
| Transplant Outdoors | April 15 | Apr 15 – Apr 29 |
| Direct Sow | April 8 | Apr 8 – Apr 29 |
| Harvest | June 17 | Jun 17 – Aug 26 |
| Fall Sowing | August 14 | Aug 14 – Aug 28 |
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 | — |
| June | Harvest |
| July | Harvest |
| August | Fall Sowing Harvest |
| September | — |
| 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 7a
📆 Growing Season
184 days in Boone County
Growing Tips for Boone 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 Boone County, WV?
Boone County is in Zone 7a with an average last frost of April 22. Plan your Chamomile planting based on this frost date — see the calendar above for exact timing.
What planting zone is Boone County, WV?
Boone County, West Virginia is in USDA Hardiness Zone 7a. The average last spring frost is April 22 and first fall frost is October 23.
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