Growing rosemary tips

To quicken up the growing process, instead of planting seeds purchase a small plant or take a cutting from an established plant and put it into the ground in spring. Roots of a young plant can be divided in autumn or early spring, however cuttings are the easiest and most reliable way of propagating rosmary. Take off small side shoots about 15cm (6in) long in late summer and put them into sand.

If growing from seeds it is recommended to sow in seed trays first and then transplant them once they are large enough for their final positions 45cm (18in) apart. For the seeds to germinate they will require a temperature of 23 degrees. They will not germinate in colder conditions.

Rosemary's botanical name is Rosmarinus officinalis.
Grows wild in the Mediterranean region, from sea level to mountain hillsides.
Rosemary is a versatile sweet smellin herb growing up to between 90cm (3ft) and 2meters (6ft) high, depending on its variety. Dwarf varieties grow to 45cm (18in) high.
Grows slowly.
Considered a must in every herb garden collection.

Learn more about this popular indoor herb garden - click here.

Link for Australian residents www.aerogarden.com.au

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