{"product_id":"calm-o-mile-chamomile-chamaemelum-nobile","title":"Calm-o-mile™ Chamomile - Chamaemelum nobile","description":"\u003cp\u003eCalm-o-mile Chamomile (\u003cem\u003eChamaemelum nobile\u003c\/em\u003e) is a lawn alternative that hugs the ground, forming a dense, very flat mat under 10cm high with only the white daisy flowers sitting above the foliage. Bred by Ozbreed for Australian heat, it spreads by rhizomes, repairs itself after wear and gives off a relaxing fragrance. It suits shaded courtyards and paved areas where you want green without regular mowing.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhy you'll love it\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTruly flat.\u003c\/strong\u003e Many chamomiles grow too tall to pass as a lawn. This one stays tight to the ground, so it reads as a lawn rather than a garden bed.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eRepairs itself.\u003c\/strong\u003e Rhizomes spread sideways and fill in wear damage, so a worn patch under light foot traffic recovers.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eCrowds out weeds.\u003c\/strong\u003e The dense mat outcompetes weeds and helps hold soil against erosion.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eTougher than common chamomile.\u003c\/strong\u003e Ozbreed says it copes with frost, heat, humidity and flood water far better than the usual form, and it thrives in semi shade too.\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\n\u003cstrong\u003eA calming scent.\u003c\/strong\u003e The foliage gives off a relaxing fragrance, and the flowers have white petals around yellow centres, much like small daisies.\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhere it works best\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eBetween pavers and stepping stones.\u003c\/strong\u003e Let the stones take the heavy wear. Plant 60cm apart, which is two to three plants per square metre, and let the rhizomes close the gaps.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eShaded courtyards and small lawns.\u003c\/strong\u003e It is a low mow substitute for turf where grass struggles. Level the ground first, because it grows best on flat ground.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eLight traffic only.\u003c\/strong\u003e It handles the odd walk across it but it is not a football lawn. Keep the main path on stone.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eGrowing Calm-o-mile Chamomile in Australia\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePosition and climate.\u003c\/strong\u003e Best in the heat, but it also thrives in semi shade and in the cold. Ozbreed lists it for New South Wales, Western Australia, South Australia, the ACT and Tasmania. If you garden elsewhere, trial a few plants before committing a whole area.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eSoil.\u003c\/strong\u003e Most soil types suit it. Flat, level ground gives the best result, so rake the area smooth before planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003eWater and feed.\u003c\/strong\u003e Water as required for the first 8 to 13 weeks until established, then back off. Feeding is optional.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003e\u003cstrong\u003ePruning.\u003c\/strong\u003e Cut it back after flowering to keep the mat dense and tidy.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eWhat to expect when it arrives\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eWe sell Calm-o-mile Chamomile as tube stock. Tube stock comes from our grower and shows as sold out until the grower lists it again. It is also listed in 140mm pots in packs of 10 on backorder: order that size and we confirm timing with you before anything ships. Plant tubes into level, prepared ground, keep them moist and give the rhizomes time to knit together.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp\u003ePlants are delivered Australia wide, with delivery from $29.95. Every plant is covered by our 30 day healthy plant guarantee.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003ePlant care guides and related reading\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/groundcover\"\u003eBrowse more groundcover plants\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/fragrant-plants\"\u003eFragrant plants for paths and courtyards\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/ozbreed\"\u003eSee the full Ozbreed range\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n  \u003cli\u003e\u003ca href=\"\/collections\/plants-for-small-gardens\"\u003ePlants for small gardens\u003c\/a\u003e\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\n\u003ch2\u003eCommon questions\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003ch3\u003eCan I walk on it?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eLight foot traffic is fine, and it repairs minor wear. For a regular path, set stepping stones and plant the chamomile around them.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eDoes it flower?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eYes. White petals with yellow centres appear above the mat, much like daisies. Cut it back after flowering to keep it dense.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003ch3\u003eHow is it different from ordinary chamomile?\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp\u003eOzbreed bred it to sit lower and spread by rhizomes, and it copes with Australian heat and humidity far better than the common form.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Nursery Near Me","offers":[{"title":"Tube (Backorder)","offer_id":67789646496063,"sku":"CHA-NOB-tube","price":12.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":false},{"title":"140mm (Pack of 10) (Backorder)","offer_id":67795810713919,"sku":"CHA-NOB-140MM-P10","price":172.95,"currency_code":"AUD","in_stock":true}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0691\/2917\/5359\/files\/calm-o-mile-chamomile-chamaemelum-nobile.jpg?v=1792193008","url":"https:\/\/nurserynearme.com.au\/products\/calm-o-mile-chamomile-chamaemelum-nobile","provider":"Nursery Near Me","version":"1.0","type":"link"}