Growing Rosemary
A woody Mediterranean shrub that thrives on neglect once it’s established.
How to Grow Rosemary
Planting
Best from a nursery transplant, seed is slow and unreliable. Give it excellent drainage, rosemary is far more likely to die from soggy roots than from cold or heat.
Watering & feeding
Let the soil dry out between waterings, once established it needs very little supplemental water at all.
Harvest
Snip sprigs anytime, it holds its flavor well and can be harvested year-round in our mild winters.
Grows Well With
Plant rosemary near cabbage, beans, and carrots, its strong scent is said to help repel bean beetles and cabbage moths. See all our companion planting pairs →
When to Plant
Set out transplants March through May. A well-sited plant becomes a small perennial shrub that lasts for years. See the full planting calendar →
Buy the Seeds We Use
From the Seed Center
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$1.25
From the Kitchen: Recipes Using Rosemary
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