Rosemary
Salvia rosmarinus · Sages · Mint family
Also known as: Rosmarinus Officinalis
Easy50–150cmPet-friendlyEdible
Rosemary care at a glance
Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) needs little water and prefers to grow in full sun. Ideal temperature: 10–30 °C.
- Water need
- Low
- Light
- Full sun
- Soil moisture
- Dry
- Nutrients
- Low
- Ideal temperature
- 10–30 °C
- Life cycle
- Perennial
Pests, Diseases & Weather on Rosemary
Possible pests on Rosemary include Rosemary beetle, Aphids, Spider mites and Whitefly. A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Powdery mildew and Grey mould. Rosemary is considered pet-friendly.
Pest
- Aphids Low
- Spider mites Low
- Whitefly Low
- Mealybugs Low
- Rosemary beetle Medium
- Leafhoppers Low
- Spittlebugs Low
- Scale insects Low
Disease
- Powdery mildew Medium
- Root rot High
- Grey mould Medium
Weather
- Frost damage Medium
- Waterlogging High
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Frequently asked questions about Rosemary
- Which pests affect Rosemary?
- Possible pests on Rosemary include Rosemary beetle, Aphids, Spider mites and Whitefly.
- Which diseases affect Rosemary?
- A common disease is Root rot. Also possible: Powdery mildew and Grey mould.
- Is Rosemary toxic to cats and dogs?
- Rosemary is considered pet-friendly and safe for cats and dogs.
- How much water does Rosemary need?
- Rosemary has a low water requirement.
- What light does Rosemary need?
- Rosemary prefers to grow in full sun. Around 8 hours of light per day is ideal.
- Is Rosemary frost-hardy?
- Rosemary is frost-hardy and tolerates frost. Its lower limit is around -12.2 °C.
- Can you eat Rosemary?
- Yes, the edible parts are mainly: leaves and flowers.