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  • Question
    If a plant is growing in your garden why bother drying it?
    Community Answer
    You don't need to dry it, but you can if you'd like to preserve it for later use.
  • Question
    How tall can rosemary grow?
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    Rosemary is basically a bush, so it won't grow very tall. Depending on the climate and the soil, rosemary can grow to about four-feet in height if it isn't trimmed.
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    Are the purple/white flowers on rosemary edible?
    Gavin Donnelly
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    Hello, yes the flowers of the rosemary plant are edible! They are best eaten fresh, and have a mild flavor, you could use them in a salad or as garnishes.
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    Can I bring my plant inside for the winter?
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    Yes, you can. Just make sure it still receives adequate light.
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    Is rosemary an annual or perennial plant?
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    Rosemary is a perennial, but it will not stand freezing temperatures, so you may need to bring it inside in the winter.
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    Can you dry Rosemary in a dehydrator?
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    Yes, you can dry pretty much anything in a dehydrator. Just be careful with the rosemary since it doesn't have a lot of water in it to begin with.
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    My rosemary got out of hand and is pretty big - 12-18 inches high. What is the best way to get it under control?
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    In the fall, use an electric trimmer to trim it nicly into a ball.
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    I live in zone 7. My rosemary starts to die out on the bottom 1/3 of the plant stem.
    Gavin Donnelly
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    Hi, rosemary plants don't normally survive in temperatures below 10 to 20 F (-7 to -12 C). If you live in USDA plant hardiness zone 7, bring rosemary plants inside before freezing temperatures arrive.
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    Are there any consequences of picking new sprigs of rosemary?
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    If all you have are young sprigs, it’s fine to pick a few.
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    Can I dry rosemary in the sun?
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    Yes, you can do it on a paper towel. It makes the flavor a tad more mild but still works well.
  • Question
    How do I plant new rosemary bushes?
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    You may start your own plants from four (4) inch cuttings. Strip the bottom half of the cuttings from the stem, and place the cuttings in water or good potting soil. If using soil, keep it moist. You should see roots in about 3 weeks.
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    Can I take cuttings from my established rosemary bush?
    Herbert Butler
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    Yes, strip the bottom half of the cuttings and place them in water or good potting soil. Keep the soil moist.
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    May I know what is the purpose of hanging them to dry in a "dark" area? Can I dry them under the sun?
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    Drying in a dark area preserves the flavor by slowly drying out the leaves. Sunlight will do the job quickly, but as a result it will produce a lighter flavor.
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    Why would a newly purchased rosemary plant (approx. 9" tall) have no aroma? Would shipping cause it?
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    You may have to bruise the leaves in order to get the aroma. Simply rub a couple of leaves between your fingers and you should be able to smell it.
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    Can you chop the leaves to put in soup?
    Otterly Badgerific
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    Yes, you can use chopped fresh rosemary to a soup but just be sure to not add too much, for it is a strong flavor. See what the recipe advises, if not, then only add a few chopped leaves and taste as you go.
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