Description
Matures in 85 Days
Height 2-4 feet
The aromatic leaves of this shrubby annual perennial may be used fresh or dried to provide a delightful seasoning to chicken, stew, and all meats. In mild winter areas, makes an excellent hedge. Elsewhere, it is best grown in moveable containers or as an evergreen.
SOWINGSow seed outdoors as early in the spring as the ground can be worked. Plant in rows 12 inches apart, spacing seed 1 inch apart in the row. Cover seed withinch of fine soil, well pressed down. Keep soil moist until seeds begin to grow.
THINNINGWhen plants are 2 inches tall, thin to 6 to 8 inches apart in the row.
GERMINATIONRosemary seed routinely germinates poorly. The seed in this packet is of the highest quality available from the current crop and will germinate approximately 50% in 60 days depending on soil and weather conditions.
REMARKSFlavor is best before plant blossoms. Pick leaves and sprigs as needed and use fresh or dry. Leaves may be frozen.
