How To Grow And Cultivate Rosemary

Rosemary, or “rosmarinus officinalis” (dew of the sea) is a perennial herb which grows throughout the year.  Its distinct flavor is good on many dishes, and is especially used in Mediterranean cooking. It thrives in dry, sunny climates with well-draining, sandy soil and needs watering only when the soil is about ready to dry out once it is established. Patience is required, as it takes around two years for rosemary bush to mature completely.

When planting rosemary, it saves a lot of time if you start with cuttings rather than seeds. The seeds have an extremely low germination rate, and while the plant will grow from a seed effectively… it is very time consuming. Plant the seeds in April if you are going that route and plan on being very patient.

If you choose to use cuttings, make sure that it is from a new growth and cut to around…