However, it’s very common to buy a rosemary plant , bring it home, and watch it slowly decline, wilting rapidly. This can happen for many different reasons, but fortunately, it can be avoided by following a few simple rules.
If you are also trying to keep your rosemary plant alive , try applying the following care to keep it healthy and make it last for years.
1. Correct position
Rosemary originates from temperate climates, so it’s essential to place the plant in a sunny spot. Rosemary prefers full sun and requires 6-8 hours of full sunlight.
If you live in an area with very harsh winters, apply a protective cover to the plant during the coldest days and nights.
2. Good drainage
Rosemary needs dry, rocky, and permeable soil. Make sure the soil is well-drained.
Rosemary roots tend to rot when overwatered. You’ll notice this because the plant begins to dry out from the bottom up.
3. Fertilizer
Rosemary needs nutrient-poor soil, so it’s not necessary to apply fertilizer.
4. Watering
Watering a rosemary plant should be done very infrequently. One way to check if it needs watering is to stick your finger in the soil and check the moisture content.
5. Insects
The rosemary plant is highly resistant to insects and other pests, although excess humidity can cause the appearance and proliferation of fungi, which appear in the form of a whitish powder.
In this case, you can apply a little neem oil, which is excellent against fungi and insects.
6. Pruning
One aspect that’s often overlooked when it comes to rosemary plant care is pruning. Weak branches should be removed annually; minimal pruning is enough to give the plant the space it needs.
If cared for properly, the rosemary plant will soon convert into a shrub and can last for many years.
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