Whilst overwatering is the most common reason for potted rosemary plants dying, the correct potting soil is as important as an optimal water schedule, because if the rosemary's roots are sat in...
Category: Mediterranean Herbs
Clay and terracotta pots measuring at least 12 inches across are the best of pots for growing rosemary. Clay and terracotta are porous which allows the soil to dry after watering, they do not heat up...
Herb leaves turn yellow because of overwatering or underwatering which prevents the herbs roots transporting nutrients and water properly to the leaves which causes them to turn yellow and drop off....
The reasons for herbs drooping is because of overwatering, underwatering, extreme heat or too much fertilizer. Mediterranean herbs such as lavender and rosemary droop because of overwatering...
Water annual herbs as often as required to keep the soil moist but not saturated which is usually once every 3-7 days. Mediterranean herbs should be watered less often, allowing the soil to dry out...
Herbs are adaptable and can grow in any pot as long as it is large enough and contains drainage holes in the base. However, some types of pots are better for growing herbs then others... Ceramic...