Harvesting and Drying Chamomile for Tea

[@blessedone9129]

Thanks, Kirsten! I would like to do that. 😊

[@rootsandwildflowers]

You’re welcome! You should definitely try, it makes a lovely tea!

[@rickmacdougal9231]

great video!

[@somai_1]

What is the best time of day to harvest to avoid the tiny bugs?

[@deannale595]

Question..... why bloom side down if we're shaking them around every day or so? Thank you so much for sharing.

[@rootsandwildflowers]

Great question! It helps to maintain the form of the blooms while they are going through the beginning stages of the drying process. It also allows the air to circulate around the petals, stems and leaves evenly preventing mould and mildew. You could dry them right side up, but this helps hold the shape of the petals best if they're upside down to start.

[@patnunley2341]

My granddaughter gave me a bouquet of chamomile. Can I propagate from the leaves or stems or do I need seeds?

[@rootsandwildflowers]

How sweet! You would need seeds for them to grow, cuttings can’t be propagated for chamomile

[@sassyleochick]

Beware of the tiniest of bugs and worms....😶

[@SirinartGratzel]

Do you sale your seeds, i love to drink it,Thank you.

[@rootsandwildflowers]

Hi there! I don’t sell seeds, however you should be able to easily find seeds at your local garden centre. It’s quite a popular herb/flower to grow!

[@helnyson4694]

What about those who don't do sm/insta?