rosemary

Rosemary should be watered every 1-2 weeks. Water until the soil is evenly moist, but don’t let it become soggy. It’s best to water in the morning so the leaves have time to dry out during the day. Reduce watering in winter months. For a hanging basket, water when the soil feels dry to the touch. If the leaves start to turn yellow, reduce watering as you may be giving it too much water.

Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) is a sun loving plant species that requires at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. Rosemary grows best with 8-12 hours of direct sunlight for optimal flowering and growth. For rosemary to thrive, it should be planted in a location that receives full sun for most of the day. For rosemary grown indoors, it should be placed in a bright south or west-facing window that receives ample light throughout the day. Rosemary should be protected from strong winds, and excessive heat exposure should be avoided to prevent wilting and sunburn.

Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) is a hardy evergreen shrub, prized for its fragrant foliage and its ability to thrive in various climates. Pruning is an essential part of rosemary care in order to keep the plant vigorous and maintain its natural fountain-like shape. The exact amount and timing of pruning depends on the variety, age, and environment of the rosemary plant, and varies by growing season in different parts of the world. In general, rosemary should be pruned in late winter or early spring before the new growth begins, or in the summer after the peak flowering period. Prune only a third of the total growth of the bush each time, so it can continue to remain healthy and vigorous without becoming over-pruned and thin. Try to avoid pruning more than half of the bush in any 1 year. When it comes to the specifics, look at and assess your rosemary plants to determine just how much and when to prune. If it’s a 4-week-old young rosemary, trim back about a quarter of the tallest shoots that are at least a foot long to help the plant maintain its shape and size. If it’s a 1-year-old or less, cut back 1-third of the oldest stems to about a quarter of their original size. If it’s 2 years old or more, take off only 1-third of the total height and prune back spent flowering stems. With just a little bit of pruning and care, you’ll be able to enjoy many fragrant years with your rosemary plant.