False rosemary (Conradina)

False rosemary

There are 7 species of false rosemary, all native to the southeastern United States. It is a woody perennial shrub, often with masses of white to lavender blooms in the early spring or fall. The plants are commonly up to 1.006 m in height.

Scientific classification

Genus

False rosemary (Conradina)

Family

Mint

Order

Mints plantains olives and allies

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Evergreen

Leaf type

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Species

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Care Guide for False rosemary

Every 2 weeks

Water

Full sun

Sunlight

Garden Soil

Soil Type

Water: False rosemary prefers well-drained soils and is drought-tolerant when established. Water every two weeks, allowing soil to dry out between sessions. While hardy outdoors, false rosemary also adapts to container gardening, where effective moisture management prevents root rot.

Propagation: Propagation methods for false rosemary include stem cuttings and seed sowing. Ideal conditions involve moderate light, well-draining soil, and Mediterranean temperatures. Techniques for cuttings require rooting hormones and humidity. For seeds, sow in fall with maintained moisture, germinating in spring. Moderate difficulty with potential challenges.

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