Chamomile Lawn: The Low-Maintenance Grass Alternative You May Want To Consider

January 15, 2024 | Source: House Digest | by Ezekiel Maina

Doesn’t a manicured sweep of emerald green that is a well-tended lawn set many hearts aflutter? It’s been an emblem of diligence, attention to detail, and a rhythm of watering, fertilizing, aerating, and, God help us, repeated mowing. But this obsession with the perfect green tapestry could risk becoming all-consuming, guzzling your time and resources. But what if there existed a low-maintenance grass alternative that gives you the same joy without hijacking your weekends? Enter chamomile, more recognized for its medicinal perks than its ground coverage qualities.

Unwrapping the benefits of chamomile lawns takes you beyond mere detangling from the rigorous upkeep of a standard grass lawn. You see, chamomile might not make for the best houseplant; however, outdoors, it paints your yard with a carpet of sun-kissed, fragrant plants that whisper the calming airs of the countryside. Although rich, organic soil remains chamomile’s ideal playground, its resourceful spirit means it can survive in even less fertile soils. Its accommodating nature embraces partial shade to full sun exposure.