Rosmarinus officinalis 'Caprii' - P9

Description
The Rosemary 'Capri' (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a herbaceous plant with an aromatic, spicy flavour. Its grey-green leaves are lanceolate. A sunny location and well-drained, nutrient-rich soil are required for optimum growth of Rosemary 'Capri'.

Bulletpoints
* aromatic, spicy flavour * the flowers are highly favoured by bees, bumblebees and hoverflies * fragrant flowers * suitable for growing in pots * deer resistant

leaves
Suitable for consumption. The grey-green leaves are lanceolate and have an aromatic, spicy flavour.

Growth
Bushy, creeping.

Water
Water regularly and allow the soil to dry out in the meantime.

Sowing
Sow under glass from February to March. Sowing outdoors from May to June.

Location
Preferred location in a sunny position.

Soil
Standard container plant soil. Normal soil.

Planting time
Planting: Spring to summer.

Tasks
- Harvest: In the period from July to November - Sowing under glass: From February to March - Sowing outdoors: In the period from May to June.

Care
Too much fertiliser harms the herb flavour! Herbs are well cared for in planters if they are given herb fertiliser once in spring. When planted out in the garden, a dose of compost at the start of the season is sufficient.

Use
Tubs, cottage garden, bee pasture, cooking, salad, medicinal plant, scented garden