Herbs – Rosemary

Rosemary

Botanical name: salvia rosemarinus 

Beginner friendly?: moderate 

Average size at maturity: up to 6 ft in height with up to a 4 ft spread 

Bloom time: year-round re-bloomer 

Hardy zone: zones 8-11 

Flower color: purple 

Foliage color: green/gray 

Growth rate: grows about 1 ft a year after the first growing season 

Pruning instructions: prune to maintain desired shape and size in the spring or summer months 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings in the spring or summer months 

Landscape use: herb garden, culinary garden, pollinator garden, borders, container plants 

Light needs: 6 hours of sun per day 

Special features: attracts pollinators, culinary herb 

Watering instructions: allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release fertilizer once a year in the early spring 

Best time to plant: spring or fall 

Best type of soil: loam or sand 

Companion plants: sage, lavender, thyme, zinnia, marigold, parsley 

Toxicity level: non-toxic for humans and pets 

Invasive species: no