rosemary

Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus 'Madeline Hill') should be watered thoroughly when soil begins to feel dry to the touch. Generally, this will be every 2 weeks indoors, and every week outdoors, depending on your local climate and weather. Make sure to avoid over-watering, and allow the soil to drain well afterwards. Water at the base of the plant instead of the leaves, as this will promote better drainage and help prevent fungal disease. Rosemary Likes humidity, so misting the leaves helps.

Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus 'Madeline Hill') does best in full sun, with 6 to 8 hours of direct sunlight per day. When grown outdoors, rosemary plants should be located in an area that receives direct sunlight for most of the day or at least a majority of the morning hours of sun. Rosemary plants kept indoors should be placed in a sunny south, east, or west-facing window that receives bright light exposure for a minimum of 6 to 8 hours a day. Be careful to not overexpose the plant either, as this could lead to scorching of the leaves.

Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus 'Madeline Hill') should be pruned twice a year: once in the late winter and again in the early summer. During the late winter pruning, which should begin in late January, take off dead or damaged branches and also remove any crossing branches and those that are growing too far out. At the same time, lightly shape the plant to maintain its desired form. In early summer, usually beginning in early June, cut back the new growth and shape as needed. Don't prune more than 1-third of the branches at a time. If you prune too much, you may inhibit the new growth.