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Rosemary - 15 seeds

Rosemary - 15 seeds

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Common rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is an aromatic perennial herb that is widely used in cooking for its fragrant, needle-like leaves. It is native to the Mediterranean region and has been used for culinary and medicinal purposes for centuries. Rosemary is also a popular ornamental plant, with attractive blue flowers and a woody stem that can be pruned into various shapes. It is a hardy plant that can be grown outdoors in most temperate regions, and is often used in landscaping and as a decorative shrub. In addition to its culinary uses, rosemary has been used for medicinal purposes, including as a natural remedy for digestive problems, headaches, and muscle pain.

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Sowing and Growing Guide

Common Rosemary

Indoor Sowing

  • Start seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before the last expected frost date.
  • Fill seed trays with seed starting mix and sow seeds 1/4 inch deep.
  • Keep the soil moist and at a consistent temperature of 65-70°F.
  • Seedlings should emerge in 14-21 days.
  • Once seedlings have developed their second set of true leaves, transplant them into larger containers.
  • Harden off seedlings by gradually exposing them to outdoor conditions over a period of 7-10 days.
  • Transplant seedlings outdoors in a sunny location with well-draining soil, after the last expected frost date has passed and soil has warmed up.

Outdoor Sowing

  • Sow seeds directly into the garden in the spring after the last expected frost date, when soil has warmed up to at least 60°F.
  • Choose a sunny location with well-draining soil that is not too rich in nutrients.
  • Sow seeds 1/4 inch deep and 12-18 inches apart in rows spaced 18-24 inches apart.
  • Keep the soil moist but not waterlogged.
  • Thin seedlings when they are 1-2 inches tall, leaving 12-18 inches between plants.

Growing

  • Common Rosemary prefers well-draining soil that is not too rich in nutrients.
  • Water young plants regularly, but established plants can tolerate some drought.
  • Fertilize once a month with a balanced fertilizer.
  • Prune plants regularly to promote bushy growth and prevent them from becoming woody and leggy.
  • Harvest fresh leaves as needed for cooking or drying, but avoid harvesting more than one third of the plant's growth at a time.
  • Common Rosemary is hardy to zone 8, so protect plants from frost in colder climates.