{"product_id":"ga-romarin-rosemary-bio","title":"Organic 'Rosemary' Rosemary","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"146\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"4\" data-end=\"146\"\u003eOrganic 'Rosemary' rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) from the seed company Gaia, a noble Mediterranean herb, resinous and deeply linked to memory\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"148\" data-end=\"848\"\u003eRosemary is an iconic aromatic herb with \u003cstrong data-start=\"202\" data-end=\"219\"\u003estiff stems\u003c\/strong\u003e and \u003cstrong data-start=\"227\" data-end=\"257\"\u003ethin, leathery leaves\u003c\/strong\u003e reminiscent of small pine needles. Its fragrance is warm, resinous, camphoraceous, and powerful, perfect for accompanying grilled meats, roasted vegetables, marinades, breads, and stews. As it dries, its leaves concentrate their essential oils even further, releasing a stronger aroma than when fresh.\u003cbr data-start=\"592\" data-end=\"595\"\u003e A perennial in mild climates but grown as an annual in colder regions, rosemary thrives in \u003cstrong data-start=\"706\" data-end=\"722\"\u003efull sun\u003c\/strong\u003e and dry, mineral soil. It can become a small shrub over time if brought indoors for the winter in northern areas.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"850\" data-end=\"853\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"855\" data-end=\"881\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"859\" data-end=\"879\"\u003eDid you know that?\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"882\" data-end=\"1524\"\u003eSince ancient times, rosemary has been known \u003cstrong data-start=\"926\" data-end=\"949\"\u003eas the herb of remembrance\u003c\/strong\u003e . The Greeks braided it into their hair during exams to stimulate memory, while medieval weddings often included sprigs of rosemary as a symbol of fidelity and longevity. Its branches were also burned in homes to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1210\" data-end=\"1228\"\u003epurify the air\u003c\/strong\u003e and ward off disease.\u003cbr data-start=\"1254\" data-end=\"1257\"\u003e In traditional \u003cstrong\u003eherbal medicine\u003c\/strong\u003e , it was used to support circulation, stimulate concentration, and strengthen the mind. Even today, its essential oil is among the most widely used to improve mental clarity and tone the nervous system.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"1526\" data-end=\"1529\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1626\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1531\" data-end=\"1552\"\u003eCompanion plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Carrot, bean, brassicas, sage\u003cbr data-start=\"1592\" data-end=\"1595\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1595\" data-end=\"1615\"\u003eEnemy plants\u003c\/strong\u003e : Tomato\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1921\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1628\" data-end=\"1648\"\u003eSpread\/Habit\u003c\/strong\u003e : Shrubby, upright\u003cbr data-start=\"1667\" data-end=\"1670\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1690\"\u003ePlant height\u003c\/strong\u003e : 45 to 60 cm (or even more in protected perennials)\u003cbr data-start=\"1735\" data-end=\"1738\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1738\" data-end=\"1761\"\u003eQuantity per packet\u003c\/strong\u003e : 95 seeds\u003cbr data-start=\"1774\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1777\" data-end=\"1794\"\u003eCertification\u003c\/strong\u003e : Ecological Production\u003cbr data-start=\"1818\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1821\" data-end=\"1839\"\u003eSpecial features\u003c\/strong\u003e : Strong aroma, edible flowers, can live for several years if brought indoors for the winter\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1923\" data-end=\"1945\"\u003eFlower color\u003c\/strong\u003e : Pale blue to lilac\u003cbr data-start=\"1965\" data-end=\"1968\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"1968\" data-end=\"1991\"\u003eTexture\/foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e : Linear, rigid, very aromatic leaves\u003cbr data-start=\"2039\" data-end=\"2042\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2042\" data-end=\"2060\"\u003eAroma\/flavor\u003c\/strong\u003e : Resinous, camphoraceous, woody, powerful\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2104\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"2106\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"2110\" data-end=\"2129\"\u003eFarming method\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n \u003cp data-start=\"2131\" data-end=\"2665\"\u003eRosemary germinates slowly and with difficulty. Stratify the seeds \u003cstrong data-start=\"2199\" data-end=\"2217\"\u003efor 2 to 6 weeks\u003c\/strong\u003e , then sow them \u003cstrong data-start=\"2234\" data-end=\"2280\"\u003e8 to 10 weeks before the last frost\u003c\/strong\u003e . Sow \u003cstrong data-start=\"2290\" data-end=\"2305\"\u003e3 mm (1\/8\")\u003c\/strong\u003e deep in a light, well-draining potting mix. Maintain a warm temperature ( \u003cstrong data-start=\"2389\" data-end=\"2403\"\u003e27 to 32°C\u003c\/strong\u003e , optimal around \u003cstrong data-start=\"2423\" data-end=\"2432\"\u003e30°C\u003c\/strong\u003e ).\u003cbr data-start=\"2434\" data-end=\"2437\"\u003e Water from the bottom to avoid excess moisture.\u003cbr data-start=\"2487\" data-end=\"2490\"\u003e Transplant outdoors after all risk of frost has passed, into dry, warm soil in full sun. Space plants \u003cstrong data-start=\"2599\" data-end=\"2613\"\u003e45 to 60 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart and rows \u003cstrong data-start=\"2634\" data-end=\"2648\"\u003e60 to 90 cm\u003c\/strong\u003e apart.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2667\" data-end=\"2783\"\u003e In cold zones (such as 5a), bring rosemary indoors for the winter in a larger, brighter pot.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"2785\" data-end=\"2788\"\u003e\n\n \u003ch3 data-start=\"2790\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"2794\" data-end=\"2821\"\u003eHarvesting and preservation\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"2823\" data-end=\"3096\"\u003e Harvest \u003cstrong data-start=\"2836\" data-end=\"2854\"\u003ewhole stems\u003c\/strong\u003e as needed. To dry, hang them upside down in a dry, well-ventilated, and dark place.\u003cbr data-start=\"2948\" data-end=\"2951\"\u003e Once dry, detach the leaves and store them in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3016\" data-end=\"3042\"\u003eairtight containers\u003c\/strong\u003e : they will retain their aroma for many months.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"3098\" data-end=\"3101\"\u003e\n\n\u003ch3 data-start=\"3103\" data-end=\"3130\"\u003e \u003cstrong data-start=\"3107\" data-end=\"3130\"\u003eUsage ideas\u003c\/strong\u003e\n\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3132\" data-end=\"3490\"\u003e • Perfect for \u003cstrong data-start=\"3151\" data-end=\"3197\"\u003eroasts, marinades, grilled vegetables, and breads\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"3197\" data-end=\"3200\"\u003e • Exquisite in \u003cstrong data-start=\"3212\" data-end=\"3229\"\u003einfused oil\u003c\/strong\u003e , homemade vinegar, and aromatic salts\u003cbr data-start=\"3266\" data-end=\"3269\"\u003e • Its \u003cstrong data-start=\"3275\" data-end=\"3297\"\u003eedible flowers\u003c\/strong\u003e enhance salads and refined dishes.\u003cbr data-start=\"3336\" data-end=\"3339\"\u003e • Ideal as an herbal tea to stimulate memory and vitality \u003cbr data-start=\"3396\" data-end=\"3399\"\u003e• Excellent as an accent plant in a \u003cstrong data-start=\"3438\" data-end=\"3462\"\u003eMediterranean garden,\u003c\/strong\u003e whether in a pot or in the ground\u003c\/p\u003e\n\n\u003chr data-start=\"3492\" data-end=\"3495\"\u003e\n\n\u003cp data-start=\"3497\" data-end=\"3713\"\u003e Rosemary is a noble, resilient, and deeply symbolic plant. 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