Plant Details

Rosmarinus officinalis

Rosemary

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Explore the size, hardiness, soil, light, edible uses and harvest period of Rosmarinus officinalis.

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General Information

Scientific name: Rosmarinus officinalis
Also known as: Rosemary

Plant Properties

Layer: Shrub
Size: Small
Height: 1.50 m
Width: 1.50 m
Growth Rate: Moderate
Leaf: Evergreen

Growth conditions

USDA Hardiness: 6-9
Soil Moisture:
Well-drained, Moist
Soil:
Sand (light) Loam (medium) Clay (heavy)
pH:
Acidic Neutral Alkaline
Light:
Full sun

Usage properties

Edible part:
Leaves, Condiment, Tea
Edibility:
(2)
Medicinal:
(3)
Features:
Dye, Essential oil, Hedge, Incense, Repellent, Bee forage, Ground cover, Fragrant

Description

Young shoots, leaves, and flowers of this plant can be eaten both raw and cooked. The leaves have a very strong, bitter, and somewhat resinous taste, while the flowers are slightly less intense. They are used in small amounts as a flavoring in soups, stews with vegetables such as peas and spinach, but also in sweet dishes like cakes, cookies, jam, and jelly. The leaves can be used both fresh and dried, but due to their tough texture, they should be finely chopped or the stems can be removed after cooking. A fragrant tea can be made from fresh or dried leaves, which is considered extra delicious when mixed with wormwood.

Harvest Data

Start Harvest: 01/05
End of Harvest: 30/09