If rosemary is very popular in the kitchen to add flavor to our dishes, this beautiful plant is also widely used at home to give it a sweet and well-perfumed environment.
It should be noted that it is one of the most used aromatic plants today.
But did you know that you can grow it at home and have beautiful flowers in a simple jar?
Like any plant, for it to thrive we need to know it better and know what basic care it needs:
Flowering and tips for good growth:
First, you should know that rosemary blooms several times a year. Winter is the best time of the year.
Although it is essential that it receives a good dose of natural light, it definitely should not be left exposed to the sun for too long. The latter risks burning the leaves.
The best climate for rosemary is warm, temperate temperatures. However, it is very durable as long as temperatures are not below freezing. It can adapt to drought or heavy rain, but does not tolerate hail, frost or too intense summer sun. Excess is always harmful.
Romero adapts to any environment, both indoors and outdoors. For example, in winter we can have it in a corner near the living room or take it out in summer on the balcony with the rest of our plants.
Irrigation is essential: you have to water it regularly, especially if you notice that the soil is very dry. During the warmer months, watering should be constant and almost daily. Especially if you feel that the flowers are becoming drier or almost yellowish.
It is also essential to have a pot or container with a good drainage hole to prevent the roots from rotting.
When you see that it is not growing as it should, or that it is suddenly covered in pests, such as scale insects and aphids, consider pruning your plant. Above all, cut only the parts in poor condition, obviously saving those that are in good condition.
If you want to transplant it, you will need to do it in early spring. Once removed from its container, it will be immediately transplanted. Therefore, you will have to wait until next season to see rosemary flowers grow, as your plant will have to adapt and absorb the new nutrients that its new location will provide.
The best place for your rosemary
Taking into account all the tips we have given above so that your rosemary blooms and grows as it should, it is no less important to find the best place to complete this cycle.
For cold climates, we recommend keeping it indoors. Once inside the house, find a place near a window where it will receive the necessary natural light.
Keep it away from radiators or radiators that dry it out.
When the warm season arrives, you can place it on your balcony, always making sure that it does not overheat in direct sunlight. A few hours of natural light are enough, the rest of the time it is better to place it in the shade.