Whole plant
Overall shape, height, branching and growth habit.
Herbs
Rosemary growing guide
Evergreen woody shrub with aromatic needle-like leaves. Drought tolerant and very long lived — plants can survive 20+ years. Mediterranean origin — thrives in poor, well-drained soil.
Photo reference
Use this real-world photo as the main plant reference, then compare it with the botanical drawings below for leaf, flower and harvest details.
14-21 daysGermination
85-95 daysHarvest
90 cmSpacing
0.3 cmSow depth
FullSun
HardyFrost
1 cm/weekWater
6-7pH
Planting calendar by climate
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| Climate | Sow | Transplant / Plant | Harvest |
|---|---|---|---|
| Tropical | Jan - Dec | Jan - Dec | Jan - Dec |
| Subtropical | Jan - Dec | Jan - Dec | Jan - Dec |
| Mediterranean | Feb - Oct | Feb - Oct | Jan - Dec |
| Temperate | Mar - Sep | Mar - Sep | Jan - Dec |
| Cool | Mar - Aug | Mar - Aug | Jan - Dec |
| Arid | Mar - Oct | Mar - Oct | Jan - Dec |
Botanical reference
Compare the whole plant first, then check the leaf, flower and harvest detail to identify what Rosemary should look like as it grows.
Leaf detail
Leaf shape, edges, colour and vein pattern.
Flower detail
Flower colour, structure and where blooms appear.
Harvest / detail
Fruit, root, seed, pod or the strongest identifying feature.
Cooking and eating ideas
A quick garden-to-table guide for using Rosemary after harvest.
Raw / fresh
Use small amounts fresh in dressings, marinades, herb butters, teas, and finishing salts.
Cooked
Add earlier to roasts, soups, stews, sauces, breads, beans, and grilled vegetables.
Store / preserve
Dry sprigs, freeze chopped leaves, make herb salt, vinegar, oil, or tea blends.
Try: Roast herb mix, Herb salt, Infused oil, Tea blend.
Good companions
Carrot, Cabbage, Beans, Sage
Avoid near
Pumpkin, Cucumber
Growing note
Harvest sprigs regularly to keep the plant bushy. Avoid overwatering.
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