Rosemary 'Upright'

Rosmarinus officinalis

How to grow Rosemary 'Upright'

  • Full Sun

  • Low

Prune the plant every autumn to keep the plant at an ideal size; or, if you intend to use the plant for culinary (or other) uses, trimming a bit off here and there as you need it keeps it pruned nicely.

Problems with mold and/or mildew can occur when over-watered or planted in locations without well-draining soil.

Plant in a location that enjoys full sun and remember to apply water fairly sparingly. Keep in mind when planting that Upright is thought of as hardy, so it can be safe to leave outdoors for the majority of winter (although if in doubt, using a row cover is often a good idea).

Growing Upright from seed

Rosemary is difficult to grow from seed – normally is propagated from cuttings.

Aim to sow 0.23 inches (0.6 cm) deep and try to ensure a gap of at least 0.98 inches (2.5 cm). Soil temperature should be kept higher than 16°C / 61°F to ensure good germination.

Transplanting Upright

Best transplanted in early Spring or Fall. Propagation can be achived with layered or rooted green stem cuttings.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Upright is a hardy plant.

Harvesting Upright

Dark green foliage is ready for use. Snip

This variety tends to be ready for harvesting by early summer.

Upright folklore & trivia

Rosemary is traditionally known as the herb of remembrance and friendship.

It is said that rosemary tea will enhance your memory.1

Other Names for Rosemary 'Upright'

Rosemary, Romero, mary’s mantle

Footnotes

1 www.almanac.com