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When to Plant Chamomile in Cheyenne, Wyoming (82001)

Location

Cheyenne, Wyoming

ZIP Code

82001

USDA Zone

5b

Last Frost

Saturday, April 25, 2026

📅 Your 2026 Planting Dates

Start Seeds Indoors

Saturday, March 14, 2026

Transplant Outdoors

Saturday, May 9, 2026

Based on last frost Saturday, April 25, 2026 · Zone 5b

Pro tip: Start Chamomile seeds indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date, then transplant outdoors around Saturday, May 9, 2026.

🌿 Plant Details

Scientific Name Matricaria chamomilla
Days to Maturity 60 days

☀️ Growing Requirements

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Sun

Full Sun

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Water

Regular

Seeds typically germinate in 7-14 days

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🌾 Seed Saving Guide

🟢 Easy
✅ Open-pollinated — seeds grow true to parent

When to Harvest Seed

Let flowers dry completely on the plant — seeds form in the center of the dried flower.

Processing

Rub dried flower heads between palms over a bowl, then winnow to remove chaff.

Seed Viability

Up to 3 years when stored cool, dark, and dry.

Pro Tip

Chamomile self-sows freely — once established, you may not need to save seed at all.

Frequently Asked Questions

When should I plant Chamomile in Cheyenne, Wyoming? +

In Cheyenne (Zone 5b), start Chamomile seeds indoors around Saturday, March 14, 2026 and transplant outdoors around Saturday, May 9, 2026.

What is the last frost date for Cheyenne, Wyoming? +

The average last spring frost date for Cheyenne, Wyoming (ZIP 82001) is around Saturday, April 25, 2026. This is based on NOAA climate normals for USDA Zone 5b.

How long does Chamomile take to grow? +

Chamomile typically matures in about 60 days from transplanting. In Cheyenne, that means you can expect harvest around Saturday, May 9, 2026 plus 60 days.

Should I start Chamomile indoors or direct sow in Wyoming? +

Chamomile should be started indoors 6 weeks before your last frost date. In Cheyenne, that means starting around Saturday, March 14, 2026.

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Growing Chamomile in Zone 5b

Chamomile (Matricaria chamomilla) is a popular garden vegetable. In Cheyenne, Wyoming, which is in USDA Hardiness Zone 5b, you should start seeds indoors around Saturday, March 14, 2026.

Your average last frost date is Saturday, April 25, 2026. Plan to transplant your Chamomile seedlings outdoors around Saturday, May 9, 2026, about 2 weeks after your last frost date.