| Rosemary
Scientific Name: Rosmarinus officinalis Native to Alabama: No, non-invasive |
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| Ecological Benefits |
| This plant provides food for: | |||
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| Butterflies | Native Bees | ||
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 Full Sun |
Average Watering |
 Well-drainedor Acidic Soil |
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| Leaf, Flower & Seed Identification | ||||
| LEAF DESCRIPTION |
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David J. Stang Click on image to enlarge it |
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| Leaf Characteristics Chart (PDF) | ||||
| Shape: Linear |
Margin: Entire/Smooth |
Arrangement: Opposite |
Form: Simple |
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| Description: | ||||
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Gray-green, linear, needle-like leaves closely spaced about 1.5 inches long; fragrant when bruised and strong flavor
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| FLOWER DESCRIPTION |
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Antonio from Mijas, España Click on image to enlarge it |
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Color:
Purple, light blue |
 Shape: Labiate
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Bloom Months:
vary based on variety and range within state; some bloom
Spring through Summer; others in Fall and Winter. |
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| Description: | ||||
| Tiny, two-lipped flowers bloom in axillary (from the upper side of the stem and an outgrowing leaf or branch) clusters | ||||
| SEED DESCRIPTION |
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Leo Michaels Click on image to enlarge it |
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| Type: Fruit – Nut |
Description: Brown/copper color; fruits are nutlets |
Months in Seed: Spring to Summer |
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| Seeds Rosemary can spread by seed but it is a slow process, propagation by cuttings is much faster |
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ADDITIONAL RESOURCES FOR TEACHERS
| Quick Fact Sheet (Condensed Species Info) |
QR Code (Links to this Webpage) |
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| Plant ID Sign (Text Only): Ready as-is PDF |
Plant ID Sign (Text Only): Editable Word Doc |
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| Plant ID Sign (With Picture): Ready as-is PDF |
Plant ID Sign (With Picture): Editable Word Doc |
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INFORMATION SOURCES FOR THIS PLANT
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