A delicate, annual herb with feathery, aromatic foliage and small, daisy-like white flowers with yellow centres. Commonly grown in herb gardens, it is valued for its medicinal properties and calming fragrance.
• Exposure: Moderately wind-tolerant; tolerates mild coastal conditions if sheltered.
• Size: 20–40 cm tall; 15–30 cm wide.
• Soil: Well-drained, moderately fertile soils; tolerates light, sandy, or loamy ground.
• Sun: Full sun to partial shade.
• Flowering Time: Summer (typically June–August).
• Uses: Culinary and medicinal; flowers used in teas and herbal remedies.
• Wildlife Benefits: Flowers attract bees, hoverflies, and other pollinators; provides habitat for small beneficial insects.
