Bog Rosemary typically starts flowering in May.
Bog Rosemary
Andromeda polifolia
Also Known As - Blue Bog Rosemary,Downy Rosemary,Downy RosemaryBog Rosemary is a small, evergreen, bushy shrub native to northern and western North America. It typically grows up to 2-3 feet tall, with a spread of up to 3 feet. Its branches are slim and angular, and its needle-like leaves are dark green in color. Its small, pinkish-white, bell-shaped flowers are borne in clusters along thin stalks near the ends of the branches. The flowers are followed by small, waxy, white berries that give rise to its alternate common name, 'bog-leaved cranberrybush'. Bog Rosemary can tolerate high levels of humidity and prefers acidic, peaty soils. It is a low-maintenance species that requires minimal pruning and does not require regular fertilization.
Cycle:
Perennial
Watering:
Minimal
Propagation:
Cutting,Layering Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
2
Flowers:
Showy, White, Pink Flowers
Sun:
Sun, Partial Shade
Soil:
Sandy,Loamy,Clay,Humus
Fruits:
red Fruits Ready In Fall
Leaf:
Yes
Leaf Color:
green
Growth Rate:
Low
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Salt Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Medium
watering
Bog Rosemary should be watered deeply once a week, to a depth of about 6 inches. To ensure that the plant is getting the water it needs, it is best to water until you see it seeping out of the drainage holes in the bottom of the pot. If your bog rosemary is planted directly in garden soil, it should be watered when the top inch of soil is dry.
sunlight
Bog rosemary requires full sun for optimal growth. Plant bog rosemary in a sunny, well-drained spot with acidic soil. Exposure to morning sunlight is ideal, as this will provide the plant with light throughout the day. It's best to place the plants in areas that receive 6 to 8 hours of sunlight each day.
pruning
Bog Rosemary should be pruned in early summer. Prune off any dead or damaged branches, then prune back the longest shoots to encourage new branch growth. Specifically, cut the longest stem back to a few inches from the ground, as this will help encourage bushier growth. Once you have pruned away any dead branches, you can also prune the remaining stems to maintain the natural shape, removing crossing or overlapping branches and shaping the overall structure of the plant. Pruning should be kept to a minimal to avoid stressing the plant, and should be restricted to removal of dead or damaged growth.
Season
Fall
Winter
Spring
Summer
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Starts Flowering
Harvest Fruit
Harvesting of the fruits from Andromeda polifolia typically begins in July and continues through August.
