How to Grow Chamomile From a Teabag! – Easy and Cheap

If you enjoy drinking chamomile tea and have some extra teabags lying around, why not try growing your own chamomile plant? Growing chamomile from a teabag is easy, cheap, and perfect for anyone looking to start a home garden without spending much. Chamomile is a lovely, fragrant herb that not only provides calming tea but also adds beauty to your garden. Here’s how you can grow chamomile from a teabag with minimal effort.

What You’ll Need:

Chamomile tea bag (make sure it contains only chamomile flowers, no additives)
Small pot with drainage holes
Potting soil or garden soil
Water
Plastic wrap or a plastic bag (optional, for creating a greenhouse effect)

Step-by-Step Instructions to Grow Chamomile from a Teabag:

1. Prepare the Teabag

Start by cutting open a chamomile teabag. Chamomile tea contains dried chamomile flowers, which may still have seeds that are capable of growing. Carefully open the teabag and pour the contents into a small dish or directly into the soil.

Tip: It’s a good idea to check the ingredients on the tea bag to ensure it contains only chamomile and no added flavors or preservatives.

2. Prepare the Pot and Soil

Fill a small pot or container with well-draining potting soil. Make sure the pot has drainage holes at the bottom to prevent water from collecting and causing root rot. If you don’t have a pot, you can even use recycled containers like yogurt cups—just poke some holes at the bottom.

3. Sow the Chamomile

Sprinkle the contents of the teabag (dried chamomile flowers) evenly on top of the soil. Since chamomile seeds are very small, you don’t need to cover them with a thick layer of soil. Lightly press them into the soil with your fingers or sprinkle a very thin layer of soil over the top.

4. Water the Soil

Gently water the soil so that it’s moist but not overly saturated. Chamomile seeds need moisture to germinate, but too much water can drown the seeds. If the soil becomes too dry, lightly mist it with water from a spray bottle to keep it evenly moist.

5. Create a Greenhouse Effect (Optional)

To help the chamomile seeds germinate faster, you can create a mini greenhouse. Cover the pot loosely with plastic wrap or a clear plastic bag to retain moisture and warmth. Make sure to leave some space for air to circulate by poking a few small holes in the plastic.

6. Place the Pot in a Warm, Sunny Spot

Chamomile loves sunlight, so place the pot in a location where it can get plenty of indirect sunlight. A windowsill or a bright corner of your home is ideal. Chamomile seeds usually take about 1-2 weeks to germinate, so be patient!