50 Rosemary Seeds (Salvia rosmarinus) – Aromatic Herb for Culinary and Ornamental Gardens

Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) is a versatile evergreen herb prized for its aromatic, needle-like foliage and its many uses in the kitchen and landscape. This woody perennial adds texture and fragrance to herb gardens, borders, and containers, and its attractive blue flowers in spring and summer are a bonus for pollinators.

Whether you're growing rosemary for culinary harvests or as an ornamental shrub, these seeds offer an economical way to start your own plants. With proper care, rosemary can become a long-lived addition to your garden.

Plant Features

• Aromatic evergreen foliage with a distinctive piney scent
• Small blue to purple flowers that attract bees and other pollinators
• Drought-tolerant once established, making it suitable for xeriscaping
• Can be grown in containers or in the ground in mild climates
• Deer-resistant and low-maintenance

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Salvia rosmarinus (formerly Rosmarinus officinalis)
• Plant Type: Perennial herb (evergreen shrub in mild climates)
• Sunlight: Full sun
• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil; tolerates poor soil
• Water Requirements: Low to moderate; allow soil to dry between waterings
• Growth Habit: Upright to spreading woody shrub
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 7-10 (may need winter protection in zone 7)
• Bloom Season: Spring to summer
• Mature Height: 2-6 feet, depending on variety and climate
• Germination Requirements: Sow seeds indoors 8-10 weeks before last frost; light required for germination; keep soil temperature around 70°F (21°C)
• Spacing: 18-24 inches apart

Planting & Care

Start rosemary seeds indoors in a sterile seed-starting mix. Press seeds lightly into the surface and keep them moist but not waterlogged; a humidity dome can help maintain moisture. Germination can be slow and uneven, so be patient. Once seedlings have several sets of true leaves, transplant them into individual pots and gradually acclimate them to outdoor conditions after the danger of frost has passed.

Choose a sunny location with excellent drainage. Water young plants regularly until established, then reduce watering as rosemary is drought-tolerant. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage bushy growth. In cold climates, grow rosemary in containers and bring indoors for winter.

What's Included

50 Rosemary seeds (Salvia rosmarinus).