Rosemary

Kisutam rosemary Thompson &

Rosemary is an herb with small, needle-like leaves and a lovely smell. It’s often used in cooking and can grow in gardens.

Habitat: Gardens and sunny areas

Appearance

The Rosemary is an evergreen shrub with highly aromatic, needle-like leaves that are dark green on top and silvery-white underneath. It has small, two-lipped flowers, typically pale blue, purple, or sometimes pinkish-white, growing in delicate clusters.

KingdomPlantaePhylumTracheophytaClassMagnoliopsida

Rosemary

Interesting facts

Ancient Greeks used rosemary in wreaths as a symbol of remembrance and learning!

Bees absolutely love rosemary flowers, buzzing happily as they collect nectar and pollen!

Its scientific name, *rosmarinus*, means 'dew of the sea' because it often grows near coasts!

You can make a refreshing herbal tea from fresh rosemary leaves!

Special abilities

Rosemary has small, leathery leaves that help it survive dry conditions by reducing water loss from the plant.

Rosemary releases a strong, piney scent from its leaves which helps to deter some hungry herbivores and pests.

Rosemary is an evergreen plant, meaning it keeps its green leaves all year to continuously make food.

Measurements & details

Height: 50-200 cm
Spread: 50-150 cm
Flower Size: 0.5-1.5 cm
Bloom Season: Late winter to late spring
Is Edible: Yes
Toxicity: None
Lifecycle: Perennial
Pollination Method: Insect

Ecological connections

pollinates

Honey bee

Apis mellifera

Bees gather nectar and pollen from its flowers.

pollinates

Buff-tailed bumblebee

Bombus terrestris

Bumblebees are important visitors to rosemary blooms.

eaten by

Garden snail

Helix aspersa

Snails can sometimes nibble on rosemary leaves, especially young ones.

Traits

Aromatic

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Evergreen

These wonderful plants keep their leaves or needles all year round, providing beautiful green scenery even in the chilliest months. They stay green forever!

Fragrant Flower

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Medicinal

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Drought Tolerant

These clever plants are superstars at saving water, thriving even when it's dry and sunny with very little rain. They're nature's resourceful friends!

Edible

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