Rosemary Seeds – 3090

Heirloom Herb | Tender Perennial | Aromatic & Culinary Essential
Approx. 100 Seeds per Packet (800 seeds/gram)

Rosemary is a timeless heirloom herb known for its intensely fragrant, needle-like leaves and upright, bushy form. Featuring pale blue flowers and reaching 60–90 cm (24–36") in height, rosemary is indispensable in the kitchen—especially with poultry, lamb, pork, and roasted vegetables. Its pleasant aroma is released when the leaves are touched, making it a favorite for both culinary use and sensory gardens.

In most Canadian climates, rosemary is grown as a tender perennial and must be brought indoors during winter, as temperatures below -15°C (5°F) are fatal to the plant. Hardy to Zone 7 with adequate protection.

Key Features

• Classic heirloom rosemary variety with upright, bushy growth.
• Strong aroma and rich flavor ideal for meat, stuffing, and marinades.
• Produces pale blue flowers in ideal conditions.
• Grows 60–90 cm (24–36") tall.
• Tender perennial—overwinter indoors in cooler climates.
• Avoid planting near potato family (Solanaceae) crops.

How to Grow Rosemary from Seed

When to Start:

• Indoors: 10–12 weeks before your last expected frost.

Sowing Instructions:

• Seed Depth: Barely cover with soil.
• Growing Medium: Soil-less mix recommended.
• Germination Temp: 27–30°C (80–86°F).
• Germination Time: 15–30 days or longer; may be erratic.
• Bottom heat improves germination significantly.

After Germination:

• Reduce temperature slightly and grow under lights.
• Keep soil on the drier side to avoid damping off.
• Harden off and transplant outdoors only after all danger of frost has passed.
• Choose a sunny site with well-drained soil.

Overwintering Tips:

• Bring plants indoors before temperatures drop below 8°C.
• Place in a bright, cool location (13–18°C / 55–65°F).
• Mist daily to maintain humidity around the foliage.
• Avoid over watering during winter.