Rosemary
Salvia rosmarinus
Varieties We Bring In
Last received Sep 18, 2026.
We bring this in seasonally, so what is on the lot changes week to week. A received date shows when it last came in, not that it is here today.
Call (904) 471-0440 to confirm this plant and size before you make the trip.
About Rosemary
Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) is an aromatic, evergreen shrubby herb native to the Mediterranean basin, bearing narrow, needle-like leaves with a resinous fragrance. Small pale blue flowers appear seasonally, and the plant is widely used in culinary, ornamental, and aromatic applications. Starting at $2.50.
Plant details
- Bloom Season
- Spring, Winter
- Flower Color
- Purple, Blue
- Growth Rate
- Moderate
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Soil
- Sandy, Loam, Well-drained
Best planting months
Seasonal care
Bloom season. Good planting window.
Handles summer heat well once established.
Ideal planting window.
Bloom season. Retains foliage through winter. Can be planted in mild winter periods.
Care essentials
Rosemary requires full sun — at least 6 hours daily. In NE Florida's sandy soils and bright sun it thrives year-round. Do not plant in shade or partly shaded areas, as poor light encourages disease and leggy growth.
Rosemary is drought tolerant once established and suffers from overwatering. Allow soil to dry between waterings; in NE Florida, natural rainfall is often sufficient after the first growing season. Excellent drainage is essential — standing water or soggy soil causes root rot quickly.
Plant in lean, sandy, well-drained soil with a slightly acidic to neutral pH (5.8–6.5). Rosemary does not need rich soil — over-fertilization causes lush but disease-prone growth. A light application of balanced slow-release fertilizer in spring is sufficient; do not fertilize in summer or fall in Florida.
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Common questions
Is Rosemary a good plant for St. Augustine?
Rosemary is a herb for Zone 9b coastal Florida gardens, with medium salt tolerance, reaching 6 inches - 5 feet × 2-5 feet.
Care information verified from
Last reviewed February 2026. Our care guidance comes from trusted horticulture sources and decades of helping St. Augustine gardeners. Conditions here can vary dramatically from one area to the next, so come ask us and we'll tailor it to your yard.