edible · design plant record

Salvia rosmarinus

Rosemary

Aromatic evergreen shoots make a warm, sunny herb framework.

Illustrations show a representative form; the detail view is a crop of the same artwork. Use the named factual source and exact cultivar for identification and purchase checks.

Height at maturity

1.22–1.52 m (4–5 ft)

Spread at maturity

0.91–1.22 m (3–4 ft)

Light

Sun

Moisture

Drier soil after establishment / Moist, draining soil

Source-reported USDA zones

8–10 · verify subzone and cultivar

Principal seasonal role

Spring, Summer

Fit it to the site

Sunny, sharply draining soil with moderate establishment moisture.

Cold tolerance varies by cultivar; a warm wall does not guarantee survival.

Keep the care in the decision

Prune lightly into leafy growth and keep winter drainage open.

Origin & safety checks

Africa, Europe, Western Asia, Mediterranean. Confirm local native range and restrictions.

Confirm edible identity and plant parts before use. Species, cultivar, sprays, allergies and pet exposure need separate checks; seeds and foliage are not automatically edible.

Check current invasive restrictions with your local plant-health or extension authority. For pets, use the exact botanical name in a veterinary toxicity reference; for potential ingestion or exposure, get appropriate professional advice rather than relying on a design guide.