How To Grow Rosemary Emporia KS

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Rosemary is a herb that is a member of the mint family and can be used for both culinary and cosmetic purposes. The smell of fresh rosemary is rich and satisfying and the flavor is the perfect accompaniment to many breads, meats, stews, soups and even teas. The plant itself is lovely to look at and the aroma of the herb is intoxicating. Rosemary doesn't lose its flavor at all when heated, making it versatile and easy to cook with.

You can grow rosemary plants outdoors in your garden, or indoors in containers. Either way, it is an easy plant to grow and maintain. Here are some tips to get the most out of your rosemary plants.

1. It can be tricky to have success in getting rosemary seeds to germinate; they only grow when very fresh and planted in optimum conditions. For best results, purchase rosemary plants at a nursery or garden center.
   
   
2. Choose a spot in your garden with full sun--at least eight hours a day is best. Rosemary will thrive in sandy, well-drained soil with a ph level of about 7 or 8. Alternatively, you can plant your rosemary in pots and keep them in a sunny window. Turn the plants regularly to maximize sun exposure.
   
   
3. A thin layer of fast-draining mulch will deter weeds and keep the roots of your rosemary plants warm. Fertilizer isn't necessary, but can be given once a year, in the spring.
   
   
4. The only tricky part to growing rosemary is the amount of water it needs. Too much water will damage the roots and kill the plants, but not enough water will also have disastrous effects. Thoroughly water your plants when the soil is very dry and allow it to dry out once more before watering again.
   
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Author: Carrie Grosvenor