
How to Prune Rosemary?
(Salvia rosmarinus)
Rosemary, also known as Rosemary
A perennial herb with aromatic leaves, rosemary benefits from regular pruning to promote bushy growth and prevent woody stems. Key techniques include trimming tips after flowering and removing old or dead wood. Optimal pruning periods are late spring to early summer, post bloom. Specific considerations include using clean, sharp sheers to prevent disease and enhancing air circulation with selective thinning. Pruning encourages new foliage, essential for culinary use and maintaining aesthetics.