Rosemary

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We grow 14 varieties of certified organic rosemary plants at our Gold Coast nursery. From upright types like Tuscan Blue to trailing groundcovers like Prostrate rosemary, all are shipped fresh by Express Post.

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Rosemary is one of the hardiest herbs you can grow, and it is just as useful in the kitchen as it is in the garden. Our rosemary plants are all certified organic, propagated and raised at our nursery on the Gold Coast.

With 14 types of rosemary in the collection, there is a variety for most gardens and growing situations. Tuscan Blue rosemary is our most popular upright variety, growing into a dense bush that works well as a hedge or screen. Salem rosemary is another strong upright grower that handles humidity well. For something different, Golden Rain rosemary has striking gold and green variegated foliage.

If you need a groundcover or something to cascade over a wall or retaining edge, Prostrate rosemary and Huntington Carpet rosemary are excellent trailing varieties, sometimes called creeping rosemary. We also carry several pink-flowering types, including Majorca Pink and Portuguese Pink, along with a white-flowering rosemary for those who want something other than the typical blue.

All rosemary plants prefer full sun and well-drained soil. Once established, they are drought tolerant and need very little attention. For dried rosemary, see our dried rosemary and Australian grown dried rosemary. Browse our full herb plant range for more options.

    About Rosemary

    Rosemary is one of those plants that earns its keep. It is evergreen, drought tolerant once established, and you can harvest it year-round for cooking. A sprig of fresh rosemary lifted straight from the garden is a different thing entirely to the dried stuff sitting at the back of the pantry.

    We grow 14 rosemary varieties at Mudbrick Herb Cottage on the Gold Coast, from classic upright bushes to trailing groundcovers you can use to spill over retaining walls or fill garden edges. All are certified organic and shipped fresh to your door by Express Post. If you are new to growing herbs, our herb garden guide is a good place to start.

    Frequently asked questions

    Does rosemary like full sun or shade?

    Rosemary needs full sun to grow well. Aim for at least six hours of direct sunlight per day. In shaded spots, rosemary tends to get leggy, produces less flavour and is more prone to fungal problems. If your garden is mostly shaded, try one of our herbs that grow in shade instead.

    What is the best rosemary variety to grow in Australia?

    Tuscan Blue rosemary is a great all-rounder for Australian gardens. It is a strong upright grower with excellent flavour and handles warm climates well. Salem rosemary is another reliable choice, especially in humid areas like the Gold Coast and northern NSW. For groundcover, Prostrate rosemary is hard to beat.

    Can I grow rosemary in a pot?

    Yes, rosemary grows well in pots. Use a container at least 25 to 30cm across with good drainage holes and a quality potting mix. Add perlite or coarse sand to improve drainage if needed. Place the pot in full sun and let the soil dry out between waterings. Rosemary does not like sitting in wet soil.

    What should not be planted near rosemary?

    Rosemary does not grow well near moisture-loving herbs like mint, basil or coriander. These herbs need regular watering and richer soil, which is the opposite of what rosemary prefers. Good companions for rosemary include lavender, sage, thyme and oregano, as they all enjoy similar dry, sunny conditions.

    How do I prune rosemary?

    Prune rosemary regularly to keep it bushy and productive. Cut back the tips after flowering, taking no more than one-third of the plant. Avoid cutting into the old, bare wood as rosemary does not reshoot well from woody stems. Regular light pruning is better than one heavy cut.

    Do you ship rosemary plants across Australia?

    We ship rosemary plants by Express Post to most Australian states. We are unable to send live plants to Western Australia, Northern Territory or Tasmania due to quarantine restrictions. Each plant is carefully packed to travel safely. See our shipping information page for details.

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