When to plant german chamomile in West Virginia
West Virginia spans USDA zones 6b–7a, so the right time to plant german chamomile shifts by weeks across the state. The window to sow seed directly outdoors runs from about March 29 in Huntington to April 22 in Beckley — below are local dates for 15 cities, each computed from its own frost dates.
| City | Zone | Last frost | First frost | Direct sow |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Charleston | 7a | April 16 | October 26 | April 2 – April 30 |
| Huntington | 7a | April 12 | October 30 | March 29 – April 26 |
| Morgantown | 7a | April 23 | October 24 | April 9 – May 7 |
| Parkersburg | 6b | April 14 | October 30 | March 31 – April 28 |
| Wheeling | 6b | April 20 | October 29 | April 6 – May 4 |
| Martinsburg | 7a | April 17 | October 23 | April 3 – May 1 |
| Weirton | 6b | April 29 | October 20 | April 15 – May 13 |
| Fairmont | 6b | April 18 | October 28 | April 4 – May 2 |
German Chamomile in West Virginia: FAQ
When can I plant german chamomile in West Virginia?
Across West Virginia, the time to direct-sow german chamomile spans roughly March 29 in Huntington to April 22 in Beckley, each following that city's local frost dates.
Does the german chamomile planting date vary across West Virginia?
Yes. West Virginia publishes 15 cities with their own frost dates, so the right german chamomile planting window shifts by weeks between the warmest and coldest parts of the state — use your city's page for the exact dates.
How long does german chamomile take to grow in West Virginia?
German Chamomile takes about 55–65 days to reach harvest once planted — check that this fits inside your city's frost-free season on its place page.
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