An evergreen culinary herb growing in a bushy habit, which flowers in Spring. Hardy in mild UK winters down to -10°C.
Pick a sunny, well-drained and sheltered spot and your garden will soon be full of the fragrance of rosemary! This plant will flower in Spring and is recognisable for its fragrance, but the most notable aspect of Rosemary is its use in cooking, and this variety is no exception. Good to harvest year-round, rosemary adds flavour to your cooking, scent to your garden and even attracts bees- what's not to love! It's a good idea to pune back after it's finished flowering and, of course, these cuttings can be dried for culinary use too.
Perennial
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Herb: bushy growth habit
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Flowers March - May, foliage you can harvest year-round
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Scientific Name
Rosmarinus officinalis (Rosemary from the office/workshop) 'Green Rosi'
Common Name
Rosemary
Origin
Originates in the Mediterranean region.
Pruning Tips
Trim back annually in late spring or early summer, once it has finished flowering, to keep it in a neat size and shape.
Wildlife Value
Nectar for butterflies, nectar & pollen for bees including honey bees, bumblebees and some solitary species (pics of Macropis species, red mason bee). It flowers early so is a good food source when the weather is still cool! It may even protect bees from mites. Also good for Bombylius bee flies.
Positioning
Full sun is best for this plant; remember, it's adapted to the Mediterranean so is used to a little more sun than in the UK! It will also appreciate some shelter.
Water
Water in dry weather; this shouldn't be too often in the UK. Young plants can suffer in winter if their roots are soggy for long periods, so make sure especially when you first put it outside that it can drain well, whether in a container or straight into soil.
Soil
Ensure this plant is in a soil that drains well; it can struggle in clay, especially over winter. If you have a cold clay soil, mix in bark or grit before planting, or plant in a container.
Food
Feed with a general fertiliser during the growing season to help this plant grow.
Pet-safe
Yes, this plant has no reported toxicity- and, of course, can be used as seasoning in your cooking!
Sprouts Top Tips
Rosemary can suffer in the cold and wet of a British winter, so bring your plants under cover to protect them in cold winters.
