50+Rosemary seeds (Salvia rosmarinus)Evergreen shrub Culinary Kichen Perennial Garden/Container Herb USA

Rosemary is an aromatic, evergreen shrub with upright branches and tough, needle-like leaves. Pine/mint flavored leaves are used to flavor meat, soups and stews. Used fresh or dried. This perennial can reach up to 6 feet by the 2nd or 3rd year. Fragrant and attractive to bees, butterflies, and/or birds. Rosemary can be grown in containers and prefers well-drained soil. Drought tolerant! May aid headaches and stimulate circulation.

Sowing

Start rosemary seeds indoors 5-6 months in advance of transplanting.Press the seeds lightly into the soil and place in a sunny spot, since rosemary requires slightly moist,using a spray bottle or careful watering.Germination will be very slow, up to a month, with a naturally low percentage of the seeds sprouting when the plants grow big enough to handle safely and there is no chance of frost,transplant them to light soil and full sun 18-24 inches apart.Rosemary thrives in dry and stony soils, and can be easily propagated from cutting. It also makes an excellent container plant, especially in winter that drops below 17 degrees F.

Growing

Once rosemary has been established, it will grow quite well on its own without watering or fertilization. If overwatered,the plant may suffer from root rot. After flowering, the plant should be pruned to prevent  straggly, unhealthy growth.

Harvesting

Once the plant is well established, harvest fresh leaves when needed, the peak flavor is achieved immediately before the plant flowers.Fresh rosemary can be dried or frozen for future use.The leaves should be dried quickly to preserve their color and flavor.