How do I prepare the chamomile I have growing in my garden for tea?

Question

I'm assuming that I dry it first, but do I use just the flower, or the stem, or both?

Answer 1

I just use the dried flowers.

Answer 2

no it doesnt have to be dried out, here are the steps:

an infusion is made by pouring boiling water over an amound of the herb, to extract the properties.

1. place the herb in a teapot with a close fitting lid, pour in boiling water. leave to infuse for upto 10mins.

2. strain through a sieve or strainer into a cup, store remainder in a jug and refridgerate

quantites:

25g dried herb or 50g fresh herb to 500mls of boiling water

standard doses:

1 teacuop 3 times daily.

good luck!!

Answer 3

The Flower.  Some stem won't hurt but too much will change the taste.