Plant pickup: Thursdays 3–7pm · Also by appointment 512.348.7570
Plant pickup: Thursdays 3–7pm · Also by appointment 512.348.7570
— Plant Nursery · Texas-Grown
$3.00
Upright Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus, formerly Rosmarinus officinalis) is a robust, strongly aromatic perennial herb forming an upright, shrubby mound of needle-like, deep green leaves with silvery undersides and an intensely resinous, pine-like fragrance. One of the most prized culinary herbs in the world, it is equally outstanding as a landscape shrub in Austin’s climate — thriving in heat, drought, and poor soils with minimal care once established. Small lavender-blue flowers appear in late winter through spring, drawing bees and other pollinators. Upright varieties such as ‘Tuscan Blue’, ‘Arp’, and ‘Hill Hardy’ are well-suited to Central Texas and can grow 4–6 feet tall and wide, making them excellent as hedges, specimen plants, or anchors in the herb garden.
At Flying Rabbit Farm, our upright Rosemary transplants are grown for strong root development and reliable long-term performance suited to Austin’s challenging climate.
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Low water needs once established
Extremely drought-tolerant; overwatering is the primary cause of failure
Allow soil to dry fully between waterings
Deep, infrequent watering preferred
Minimal fertilizing needed in typical Austin soils
Light application of balanced organic fertilizer in early spring if growth is weak
Excess fertility reduces essential oil concentration and flavor
Shear lightly after flowering to maintain shape and encourage fresh growth
Do not cut into old, woody growth — will not regenerate from bare wood
Remove dead or winter-damaged wood in late February or early March
Root rot and crown rot in heavy or waterlogged soils
Powdery mildew in humid conditions with poor airflow
Spittlebugs (cosmetic; rarely serious)
Tip dieback from freeze damage (normal; trim and the plant recovers)
One of the most long-lived and rewarding perennial herbs for Austin given proper drainage
Amend Austin clay heavily with coarse sand and grit, or plant in raised beds
Upright varieties grow large over time — give them space from the start
Prune lightly each year to maintain shape; never cut into old wood
Harvest regularly for culinary use; frequent harvesting keeps plants compact and productive
Primary bloom period; lavender-blue flowers attract early-season bees
Excellent time to harvest for culinary use and light shaping
Good transplant window; fall remains preferred for establishment
Very heat- and drought-tolerant; minimal care needed
Water deeply and infrequently; do not keep soil moist
Best planting window; cooler temps allow strong root establishment before summer
Some secondary bloom may occur on warm fall days
Evergreen; one of the best low-maintenance plants for winter structure
Hardy to about 10 F; cold-hardy varieties like ‘Arp’ perform well in Austin winters
May experience minor tip dieback in hard freezes; trim affected growth in late February
Fall (preferred) or spring
Ideal soil temperatures: 55–70 F
Full sun
Minimum 6–8 hours daily; excellent airflow essential
3–5 feet apart
Allows for mature size (4–6 feet tall and wide)
Well-draining, lean to moderately fertile, alkaline-to-neutral soil
Does not tolerate clay without significant amendment
Amend heavily with coarse sand and grit
pH 6.0–8.0
Water thoroughly at planting
Moderate moisture for first 4–6 weeks
Reduce significantly once established
Rosemary is generally considered non-toxic to:
However:
Concentrated rosemary essential oil may cause skin irritation or neurological effects.
Large quantities of fresh rosemary may cause mild digestive upset.
Consult a veterinarian if significant ingestion occurs.
Original price was: $4.00.$2.00Current price is: $2.00.
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