Rosemary

Plant family

Mint family (Lamiaceae)

Season Overview

Details

Light requirement

Sunny

Water requirement

Dry

Soil

Light (sandy)

Nutrient requirement

Low

Light germinator

Plant distance

25 cm

Row spacing

25 cm

Seeding depth

0.5 cm

Instructions

End of March

Propagating

Description

Rosemary is a perennial, non-hardy shrub with high heat requirements from the labiates family. It grows particularly well in well-drained, rather dry and humusy soil and can reach heights of 30 to 120 cm. Its flowering period extends from May to June and it can be harvested throughout the year. The brown fruits are also usable.

Growing tips

Rosemary plants can be propagated by direct sowing, young plants or as cuttings from older plants. Small sprigs can be harvested in one piece. Rosemary is not frost-hardy and must therefore spend the winter in a cool (5-10°C) and bright place indoors. Dry branches can be removed and used in the kitchen. Pruning in late winter will ensure bushier growth.