Rosemary – How To & Journal

Rosemary – better grown from cuttings than seed.

Rosemary Growing Guide

Sow

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Harvest

• all year, once established

Soil

• well drained soil, sunny
• grows well in pots/tubs
• thrives in alkaline soil; loves lime

 

Drought/Frost Tolerant

• drought tolerant

Feeding

• hardly any needed.  Just slow-release fertiliser annually.

 

Care/Watering

• frequent pinching encourages growth and bushiness.  Delays flowering.
• does not need much watering once established

 

Companions

beans, brussel sprouts, cabbage, carrot, cauliflower, kale, lavender, sage

 

Enemies

tomatoes

 

Other Notes

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Our Rosemary Progress

Starting off with a fully grown plant (gift from Melisse).  However it is looking a bit worn down.  Due to our lack of care.  So now, shall try to revive the poor wee plant.

 

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References:

• How to Grow Rosemary from Cuttings (handyman.net.au)
• Rosemary Growing Tips (burkesbackyard.com.au)

 

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