Rosemary officinalis.
Often found growing in sandy or poor soil, Rosemary 'Salem' is common to beach side gardens and was dubbed the Latin name ' rosmarinus' by early herbalists which translates to "dew of the sea". A member of the
Mint family, 'Salem' is just one of many varieties of Rosemary that make great additions to your kitchen or garden!
'Salem' is a wonderful addition to our Rosemary lineup! This vigorous grower has a strong, upright growth habit. 'Salem' has narrow, dark green leaves with a strong pine-like scent. This herb is a reliable grower and produces lovely pale blue flowers. Pinch the tips periodically to encourage full growth.
'Salem' Rosemary is a
culinary herb, and a great addition to any savory dish. We love to use it in our foccacia bread. The woody stems make a perfect skewer for the grill. 'Salem' makes a great companion for fresh, natural bouquets. For the perfect "Culinary Herb Garden", plant this rosemary along with a few basics:
Tricolor Sage,
'Curly' Parsley and
English Thyme. Get cooking!