Rosemary

SpeciesSalvia rosmarinus

Also called Rosmarinus officinalis

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Rosemary
Photo: Margalob · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons

Fact sheet

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Typeherb

“herb that enhances gardens” — 25 Best Companion Plants for Rosemary (and What Not to Plant)

Days to germination14–21 days

“Seeds can take a long time to germinate (2 to 3 weeks), so don’t give up right away!” — Rosemary: Planting, Growing, and Harvesting Rosemary Plants | The Old Farmer's Almanac

Lightfull sun

“Light Preference: Sun.” — How To Grow Rosemary From Seed | Johnny's Selected Seeds

WaterWater sparingly and check the top soil to make sure it's completely dry before watering.

“Rosemary is quite drought-tolerant once established, and it’s better to water sparingly rather than overwater them” — How to Grow and Care for Rosemary

Hardiness zones6-10

“Hardiness Zones: Zones 6-10.” — How To Grow Rosemary From Seed | Johnny's Selected Seeds

Spacing24 in

“Plant at 8-10" if growing as an annual. Plant at 24-36" if growing as a perennial.” — How To Grow Rosemary From Seed | Johnny's Selected Seeds

Height21–66 in

“Plant Height: 18-60".” — How To Grow Rosemary From Seed | Johnny's Selected Seeds

Propagationseed

“Transplant (recommended): Start seeds in flats 10-12 weeks before the last frost. Sow seeds on the surface of the growing medium and gently press them into the medium.” — How To Grow Rosemary From Seed | Johnny's Selected Seeds

Start indoors8–10 weeks before last frost

“Start seeds or cuttings indoors 8 to 10 weeks before the last spring frost.” — Rosemary: Planting, Growing, and Harvesting Rosemary Plants | The Old Farmer's Almanac

Transplantspring

“Plant rosemary in the spring once the weather has warmed and there is no forecasted frost” — How to Grow and Care for Rosemary

Edible partsleaves

“all the leaves are technically edible” — Rosemary: Planting, Growing, and Harvesting Rosemary Plants | The Old Farmer's Almanac

Indoorsbright and full sunlight, like a spot near a south-facing window. Grow lights are often necessary to provide supplemental light.

“Choose a location with bright and full sunlight, like a spot near a south-facing window.” — How to Grow and Care for Rosemary

Pestsinsects

“repels pesky insects” — 25 Best Companion Plants for Rosemary (and What Not to Plant)

Companionscabbage, bean (bush), carrot, cruciferous vegetables (kale, broccoli, cauliflower, brussels sprouts), beans, carrots, spinach, lavender, thyme

“Cabbage,Bean (bush),Carrot” — Growing Rosemary: Spacing, Sun, Maturity & Harvest · Dibble

Keep away fromplants that need more shade or water

“plants that need more shade or water” — 25 Best Companion Plants for Rosemary (and What Not to Plant)

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