Organic Rosemary Seeds
- HOW TO GROW
- FAST FACTS
- REVIEWS
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Since growing rosemary from seed is a long and difficult process, start the seeds indoors 5-6 months in advance of transplanting. Press the organic rosemary seeds lightly into the soil and place in a sunny spot, since rosemary requires light for germination; keep the temperature at 65-70 degrees F. Keep the soil lightly moist, using a spray bottle or careful watering. Germination will be very slow, up to a month, with a naturally low percentage of the seeds sprouting. When the plants grow big enough to handle safely and there is no chance of frost, transplant them to light soil and full sun 18-24" apart. Rosemary thrives in dry and stony soils, and can be easily propagated from cuttings; it also makes an excellent container plant, especially in winters that drop below 17 degrees F.
Growing: Once rosemary has been established, it will grow quite well on its own without watering or fertilization. If overwatered, the plant may suffer from root rot. After flowering, the plant should be pruned to prevent straggly, unhealthy growth.
Harvesting: Once the plant is well established, harvest fresh leaves when needed; the peak flavor is achieved immediately before the plant flowers, but after this point the flavor becomes lost. Fresh rosemary can be dried or frozen for future use. The leaves should be dried quickly to preserve their color and flavor.
Seed Saving: Remove the seed heads individually as soon as they begin to turn brown and dry, and spread them out to finish drying in a protected location out of direct sunlight. Thresh out the seeds by rubbing or shaking the heads, and remove as much chaff as possible. Store the organic rosemary seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Anthos
Latin Name: Rosmarinus officinalis
Species Origin: Mediterranean, Africa, Europe, Western Asia
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Seeds per Ounce: 30,000
Planting Method: From Transplant
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 40 Inches
Color: Green
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic, Deer Resistant
Organic Rosemary
I have been purchasing seeds from everWilde for over a year. All of the seeds are quality seeds and yield a great harvest. I have been so happy with all of my purchases and will continue to buy seeds from ever Wilde! Thank you everwilde for making it easier for me as a new organic grower! You guys are wonderful.
Best company ever!
This is the only company I will buy seeds from!
Hints for growing rosemary seed.
I grew a rosemary in a container years ago. I noticed that it gives off a substance underground that prevented anything growing around the container so I believe that his plant as it germinates will give off a substance as well that will prevent nearby seeds from germinating. You may want to use peat pellets to have a more successful germination rate and do not let water mix with the pear pots pellets since the chemicals may lower the germination rate of nearby seed. It is not recommended to plant anything in the same container as this plant.
DESCRIPTION
HOW TO GROW
Sowing: Since growing rosemary from seed is a long and difficult process, start the seeds indoors 5-6 months in advance of transplanting. Press the organic rosemary seeds lightly into the soil and place in a sunny spot, since rosemary requires light for germination; keep the temperature at 65-70 degrees F. Keep the soil lightly moist, using a spray bottle or careful watering. Germination will be very slow, up to a month, with a naturally low percentage of the seeds sprouting. When the plants grow big enough to handle safely and there is no chance of frost, transplant them to light soil and full sun 18-24" apart. Rosemary thrives in dry and stony soils, and can be easily propagated from cuttings; it also makes an excellent container plant, especially in winters that drop below 17 degrees F.
Growing: Once rosemary has been established, it will grow quite well on its own without watering or fertilization. If overwatered, the plant may suffer from root rot. After flowering, the plant should be pruned to prevent straggly, unhealthy growth.
Harvesting: Once the plant is well established, harvest fresh leaves when needed; the peak flavor is achieved immediately before the plant flowers, but after this point the flavor becomes lost. Fresh rosemary can be dried or frozen for future use. The leaves should be dried quickly to preserve their color and flavor.
Seed Saving: Remove the seed heads individually as soon as they begin to turn brown and dry, and spread them out to finish drying in a protected location out of direct sunlight. Thresh out the seeds by rubbing or shaking the heads, and remove as much chaff as possible. Store the organic rosemary seeds in a cool, dry place for up to 1 year.
FAST FACTS
Common Names: Anthos
Latin Name: Rosmarinus officinalis
Species Origin: Mediterranean, Africa, Europe, Western Asia
Type: Open Pollinated, Heirloom, Warm Season
Life Cycle: Perennial
USDA Zones: 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10
Seeds per Ounce: 30,000
Planting Method: From Transplant
Sunlight: Full Sun
Height: 40 Inches
Color: Green
Bloom Season: Blooms Early Summer, Blooms Late Summer
Uses: Attracts Butterflies, Aromatic, Deer Resistant
Reviews
Review
Organic Rosemary
I have been purchasing seeds from everWilde for over a year. All of the seeds are quality seeds and yield a great harvest. I have been so happy with all of my purchases and will continue to buy seeds from ever Wilde! Thank you everwilde for making it easier for me as a new organic grower! You guys are wonderful.
Review
Best company ever!
This is the only company I will buy seeds from!
Review
Hints for growing rosemary seed.
I grew a rosemary in a container years ago. I noticed that it gives off a substance underground that prevented anything growing around the container so I believe that his plant as it germinates will give off a substance as well that will prevent nearby seeds from germinating. You may want to use peat pellets to have a more successful germination rate and do not let water mix with the pear pots pellets since the chemicals may lower the germination rate of nearby seed. It is not recommended to plant anything in the same container as this plant.