rosemary

Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus 'Athens Blue Spires') should be watered deeply but not too frequently. During the growing season (spring through fall), water when the top 1 inch of soil is dry. Water enough to keep the soil moist but not soggy. Give it a deep soaking every 2 to 3 weeks as needed. During the winter, reduce watering frequency to once every 4 to 6 weeks.

Rosemary, (Salvia rosmarinus 'Athens Blue Spires') prefers full sun to light shade and will need at least 6 hours of direct sunlight each day. If grown in a container, the pot should be turned occasionally to ensure that the sun reaches all parts of the plant. It does best in temperatures above 60°F during the growing season and can tolerate temperatures down to 20°F in the winter.

Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus 'Athens Blue Spires') should be pruned twice per year for maintenance and shaping. Pruning in the springtime will help keep the bush from becoming too unruly or overgrown. Pruning should begin when the bush has finished flowering. Cut back any dead or diseased branches and remove any branches growing outside the desired shape of the bush. Pruning in the fall will again help shape the plant, but it should not be as drastic as the spring pruning. Any dead wood should also be removed at this time. Light pruning throughout the summer can also help with the overall shape and size of the bush.