(Salvia rosmarinus 'Rosemary')
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Rosemary is a perennial evergreen shrub that is native to southern Europe, the Mediterranean, and northern Africa but can be commonly found growing in gardens throughout the United States. At maturity, this plant reaches a height of 3-4' and features aromatic, greenish-gray, aromatic leaves, and pale blue to white two-lipped flowers. This plant can be grown in a container, attracts bees and butterflies, repels bean beetles, cabbage moths, and carrot flies, is rabbit safe, is resistant to deer, tolerates drought, is used to flavor perfumes, is used to make dyes, essential oils, shampoo, and is both edible and medicinal.Â
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General Information
Family: Lamiaceae
Genus: Salvia
Species: rosmarinus
Variety: Rosemary
Also Known As: Romero, Pilgrims Plant, Mary's Mantle, and Compass Weed.
Ease of Growing: Moderate
Grown as: Perennial
Maturity: June to July
Hardiness: Hardy. In zones 8 through 10, where winters are mild and the ground doesn't freeze, Rosemary will grow happily over several years into a big 3 to 4' shrub. In zones 3 through 7 where winters are colder, plant seedlings into large pots to enjoy throughout spring and summer. When the weather gets cold and frost threatens, prune plants back heavily and bring pots inside to spend the winter indoors in a cool, well-lit area; water very sparingly while plants are overwintering indoors. In spring, when the danger of frost is over and the weather is settled, move potted plants back outside to a sunny spot.
Crops: Spring Transplant
Growing Season: Short, Long
Growing Conditions: Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot. Plant rosemary in a sunny spot that has well-drained soil that isn't very rich in nutrients. Very drought tolerant once established, water regularly the first year then be careful not to overwater. Rosemary thrives in various soil types, but won't survive in extreme cold.
Outdoor Growing Temp: 50°F - 90°F
Min Outdoor Soil Temp: 45°F. Wait until your soil has warmed up in mid-Spring until you sow Rosemary seeds. Potted plants can be planted anytime.
Start Indoors: Yes
Start Outdoors: No
Light: Full Sun: min. 6 hours daily (Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot). Rosemary likes a sheltered position with full sun but will tolerate light shade.
Water: Medium. Rosemary can survive without irrigation for months.
Feeder: Light. Rosemary thrives in soil that is not too rich in nutrients.
Suitability: Drought tolerant, Tolerates light frost, High heat
Small Gardens?: Yes
Containers?: Yes. All zones can grow Rosemary in pots, but if you live in zones 3 through 7 where winters are colder, plant seedlings into large pots to enjoy throughout spring and summer. When the weather gets cold and frost threatens, prune plants back heavily and bring pots inside to spend the winter indoors in a cool, well-lit area; water very sparingly while plants are overwintering indoors. In spring, when the danger of frost is over and the weather is settled, move potted plants back outside to a sunny spot. Choose a container that is at least 1' in diameter or 3 gallons.
Maintenance: Medium
Attracts Beneficial Insects?: Yes
Plant Height: 36-48"
Spacing: 18-24"
Sow Depth: Press the seeds lightly into the soil
Produces: stalks with short, needle-like blades and small, abundant purple flowers.
USDA Grow Zone: 6-11
Garden Uses: Where winter hardy, grows in herb gardens, borders, or foundations. Ornamental specimen or low hedge. Container plants are attractive additions to patios, decks, and other sunny areas around the home.
Genus: Salvia
Species: rosmarinus
Variety: Rosemary
Also Known As: Romero, Pilgrims Plant, Mary's Mantle, and Compass Weed.
Ease of Growing: Moderate
Grown as: Perennial
Maturity: June to July
Hardiness: Hardy. In zones 8 through 10, where winters are mild and the ground doesn't freeze, Rosemary will grow happily over several years into a big 3 to 4' shrub. In zones 3 through 7 where winters are colder, plant seedlings into large pots to enjoy throughout spring and summer. When the weather gets cold and frost threatens, prune plants back heavily and bring pots inside to spend the winter indoors in a cool, well-lit area; water very sparingly while plants are overwintering indoors. In spring, when the danger of frost is over and the weather is settled, move potted plants back outside to a sunny spot.
Crops: Spring Transplant
Growing Season: Short, Long
Growing Conditions: Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot. Plant rosemary in a sunny spot that has well-drained soil that isn't very rich in nutrients. Very drought tolerant once established, water regularly the first year then be careful not to overwater. Rosemary thrives in various soil types, but won't survive in extreme cold.
Outdoor Growing Temp: 50°F - 90°F
Min Outdoor Soil Temp: 45°F. Wait until your soil has warmed up in mid-Spring until you sow Rosemary seeds. Potted plants can be planted anytime.
Start Indoors: Yes
Start Outdoors: No
Light: Full Sun: min. 6 hours daily (Cold, Cool, Warm, Hot). Rosemary likes a sheltered position with full sun but will tolerate light shade.
Water: Medium. Rosemary can survive without irrigation for months.
Feeder: Light. Rosemary thrives in soil that is not too rich in nutrients.
Suitability: Drought tolerant, Tolerates light frost, High heat
Small Gardens?: Yes
Containers?: Yes. All zones can grow Rosemary in pots, but if you live in zones 3 through 7 where winters are colder, plant seedlings into large pots to enjoy throughout spring and summer. When the weather gets cold and frost threatens, prune plants back heavily and bring pots inside to spend the winter indoors in a cool, well-lit area; water very sparingly while plants are overwintering indoors. In spring, when the danger of frost is over and the weather is settled, move potted plants back outside to a sunny spot. Choose a container that is at least 1' in diameter or 3 gallons.
Maintenance: Medium
Attracts Beneficial Insects?: Yes
Plant Height: 36-48"
Spacing: 18-24"
Sow Depth: Press the seeds lightly into the soil
Produces: stalks with short, needle-like blades and small, abundant purple flowers.
USDA Grow Zone: 6-11
Garden Uses: Where winter hardy, grows in herb gardens, borders, or foundations. Ornamental specimen or low hedge. Container plants are attractive additions to patios, decks, and other sunny areas around the home.