Woody perennial Mediterranean herb with needle-like aromatic leaves. Drought-tolerant once established. Beautiful blue flowers attract pollinators. Excellent with roasted meats.
Planting calendar
Start seeds indoors
10 weeks before your last spring frost.
Very slow from seed; easier from nursery plants; perennial in zones 7-11; bring indoors in colder zones
Spacing & harvest
Plant spacing: 24-36 inches
Row spacing: 24-36 inches
Days to harvest: 90-120 days
Ready when: Snip stem tips anytime; take no more than one-third at a time; woody stems have less flavor than new growth
Sage — Similar growing conditions, complement each other
Lavender — Same Mediterranean growing requirements
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