How to grow rosemary from seed

Rosemary is a heat – loving and photophilous polukustarnikovoe a plant. It is best propagated by cuttings, but you can grow it from seed. He does not like acidic soil, it prefers loose limy, absolutely not tolerate waterlogging. The Mature plant is highly resistant to diseases and pests.

Seeds seedlings are best planted in February–March. Please be patient, as they germinate very long time. Before planting, soak the seeds for several days in warm water. It will improve germination. It is important, however, that the water was just warm not hot – in this case simply nothing will grow. Soil for planting should be light and nutritious. You can just buy the appropriate soil mix in the store.

Not sealed the seeds deep into the soil. Cover the planting container with glass or build a small greenhouse. Daily ventilate. Water by spraying and do not allow overflows – this can lead to rotting of seeds and their destruction.

When the seeds sprout, ventilate the greenhouse in warm, Sunny days, the plants do not feel temperature difference. Drafts are unacceptable.

Small shoots of rosemary should be gradually accustomed to the ambient temperature. Start with 2-3 hours. It is advisable to transplant the young plant was already seasoned enough to continue to grow outside the greenhouse.

If you plan to grow rosemary at home, it should be transplanted when the seedlings reach a height of 10 cm By this time the seedlings are somewhat slow to grow. Transplant better method of handling not to disturb the earth com.

Provide good drainage. Pour the plant, the next 2-3 days to water should not be. Put the pot in a dark place. When you're sure that the Bush has taken root, place it on a well-lit windowsill.

If you are planning to plant seedlings in open ground, 25-30 days after germination, her dive into individual pots, and with the onset of heat drop.