Herb Rosemary 100 Non-GMO, Heirloom Seeds
Rosemary brings a pine-like aroma and bold, savory flavor from the herb garden to your kitchen. Its evergreen, needle-like leaves add texture to sunny borders and containers, while fresh sprigs make roasted vegetables, breads, and slow-cooked meals especially fragrant. This packet contains 100 Non-GMO, heirloom seeds for planting.
Germination Rate: 91%. Test Date: 1/26. TLM.
Culinary Uses
- Roasted Vegetables: Toss finely chopped leaves with potatoes, carrots, onions, or squash before roasting for a savory, aromatic finish.
- Meat and Poultry: Add rosemary to marinades, rubs, and pan sauces for chicken, lamb, pork, or beef.
- Savory Baking: Mix chopped leaves into focaccia, biscuits, flatbreads, and crackers.
- Soups and Stews: Simmer a sprig in bean soups, broths, and stews, then remove the woody stem before serving.
- Herb Butter: Combine finely chopped leaves with softened butter for warm bread, cooked vegetables, or grilled foods.
Medicinal Uses
Rosemary has a history of traditional use in aromatic herbal preparations. This information describes traditional use only and does not establish a medical benefit. This product is seed for planting, not a medicine, and is not intended to diagnose, treat, cure, or prevent disease.
Growing Directions
- Sunlight: Choose full sun with at least 6–8 hours of direct light daily.
- Soil: Use a light, well-drained growing medium. Avoid sites where water collects around the roots.
- Starting Seeds: Start indoors in a seed-starting mix, lightly covering the seeds. Keep the medium lightly moist rather than saturated. Germination can be slow and uneven, so give seedlings time to establish.
- Transplanting: Harden off indoor-grown seedlings gradually before planting outside after frost danger has passed.
- Spacing and Airflow: Allow room for the plants to branch and for air to circulate; adjust spacing to the mature size and your growing conditions.
- Watering: Once established, allow the soil to dry slightly between waterings. Containers may need more frequent checks during hot weather.
- Fertilizing: Avoid excessive feeding. If needed, use a light application of balanced fertilizer according to its label.
- Containers: Use drainage holes and a well-drained potting mix. Pots make it easier to move plants into protection during cold weather.
- Harvesting: Snip tender sprigs once plants are established. Harvest lightly, leaving plenty of foliage, and avoid cutting deeply into bare woody stems.
- Winter Care: Protect plants from hard freezes. In cold climates, move container-grown plants to a bright, protected location.
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Important Disclaimer
- Herbal Use: Traditional-use information is educational, not medical advice. Consult a qualified healthcare professional before using herbs medicinally, especially if pregnant, nursing, taking medication, or managing a health condition.
- Variety Disclaimer: Plant size, growth habit, flavor, and maturity vary with climate, soil, and gardening practices.
- Seed Storage: Store unused seeds in a cool, dry location away from sunlight, heat, and moisture. An airtight container helps protect viability.
- Planting Guidance: Follow local frost dates and consult your local extension service for region-specific planting and winter-care guidance.
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Rosemary-Garlic Roasted Potatoes
Freshly harvested Rosemary turns simple potatoes into a fragrant side dish with golden edges and tender centers. This recipe uses harvested herb leaves, not the planting seeds in the packet.
Yield: 4 servings. Preparation: 10 minutes. Cooking: 35–45 minutes.
Ingredients
- 2 pounds potatoes, scrubbed and cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh Rosemary leaves, washed and stripped from woody stems
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1/2 teaspoon salt, or to taste
- 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
Directions
- Heat the oven to 425°F. Dry the scrubbed potatoes before cutting so they roast rather than steam.
- Toss potatoes with olive oil, Rosemary, salt, and pepper. Spread in a single layer on a large rimmed baking sheet without crowding.
- Roast for 25 minutes, then turn the potatoes. Add the minced garlic and toss gently.
- Roast for another 10–20 minutes, until the potatoes are golden and tender when pierced with a fork.
- Serve warm alongside chicken, fish, or a vegetable main dish.
Option: Finish with a small squeeze of lemon juice just before serving.
Storage: Refrigerate leftovers in a covered container within 2 hours and use within 3–4 days. Reheat thoroughly before serving.