Rosemary, Upright

Salvia Rosmarinus 

Salvia Rosmarinus, better known as rosemary, is a lovely evergreen shrub that features gray-green, needle-like leaves and charming little flowers that can range from pale blue to white. Typically, it grows to a height of about 4-6 feet in regions that enjoy winter hardiness. The aromatic foliage makes it a delightful addition to kitchens and homes, as it's often harvested for enhancing flavors in cooking, making toiletries, and crafting sachets. Not only is rosemary practical, but it's also visually appealing and can beautifully accent borders, herb gardens, patio spots, and foundations, whether planted directly in the ground or in containers that can be brought indoors during the colder months. This wonderful plant originates from the dry scrub and rocky landscapes of the Mediterranean, spanning southern Europe to western Asia.

The leaves are slender, linear, and needle-like, usually measuring around 1.5 inches long. They grow closely along the stems and release a wonderfully aromatic and flavorful scent. The tiny flowers, which bloom in delightful clusters along the shoots from the previous year, typically appear from January to April in USDA Zones 8-10. You might even see some sporadic blooms in the summer or fall, especially if you give the plants a little trim from late winter to spring. Not only are the flowers beautiful, but they're also a favorite for bees, butterflies, and other cheerful pollinators.