Rosmarinus officinalis

Rosemary is one of the oldest Mediterranean aromatic shrubs in cultivation.

Today, we think of rosemary primarily as a kitchen herb. It is outstanding with lamb or chicken, great with baked potato spears, and makes a refreshing summer drink. Its powerful fragrance goes well with lamb and chicken. Add to tomato soup, stews and, finely chopped, to fresh cooked peas. The tea is said to help headaches, colic and colds.

Rosemary has other uses as well as a Christmas decoration, potpourri or moth repellent ingredient, or in aromatherapy (its scent is thought to be stimulating).

As a specimen garden plant it is handsome and impressive at all times, especially when covered with its lovely flowers that attract bees and butterflies.

Plant against a warm wall to help it to gain extra height, and preferably in a position where it is brushed in passing to release its lingering scent. To keep plants in shape, trim after flowering.

Prefers a hot sunny position and a slightly alkaline light dry soil. Dislikes very heavy soils. Intolerant of excessive winter wet.

Succeeds in a hot dry position. Hardy to between -10 and -15c, but plants can be damaged or killed in severe winters; old plants are the most susceptible.

Can be grown in pots.

Any trimming is best carried out after the plant has flowered.

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