Botanical Name: Salvia rosmarinus (formerly Rosmarinus officinalis)
Family: Lamiaceae (Mint family)

What We're Growing:
We grow upright rosemary with needle-like leaves and tiny blue flowers. It’s a woody perennial that thrives in heat and brings structure, fragrance, and memory to the garden.

How We Use It:
Rosemary is used in roasts, breads, infused oils, herbal vinegars, and memory-tonics. We also use it in teas and steam baths to open the lungs and awaken the mind.

Why It’s Good for You:
Rosemary is a warming, circulatory stimulant that improves blood flow to the brain and extremities. It's traditionally used to enhance memory, reduce brain fog, and ease low mood.

Its antimicrobial oils support immune health and are used in wound care and scalp treatments. It also supports digestion and reduces inflammation.

In the Garden:
Rosemary thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, preferring dry conditions over humidity. It’s evergreen in warmer climates and a beloved nectar source for pollinators.

Fun Fact:
Rosemary has long been associated with memory and remembrance — used in ancient Greece to improve focus and in funerary rites to honor the spirit.