🌿✨ How to Quickly Grow Rosemary from a Stem

A Step-by-Step Guide to Propagation Success

Rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus) is a hardy, aromatic herb beloved for its culinary and ornamental value. Propagating rosemary from stem cuttings is a simple and efficient method that allows gardeners to multiply their plants without seeds. With the right technique, you can root new rosemary plants in just a few weeks.

🌱 Materials Needed

• Healthy rosemary plant
• Sharp scissors or pruning shears
• Small container or pot
• Well-draining potting mix (or a mix of peat and perlite)
• Rooting hormone (optional but recommended)
• Clear plastic bag or humidity dome
• Spray bottle

✂️ Step-by-Step Propagation Instructions

1. Select the Cutting

• Choose a healthy, non-flowering stem about 10–15 cm long.
• Look for semi-hardwood: not too soft, not too woody.

2. Prepare the Cutting

• Strip the leaves from the bottom two-thirds of the stem.
• If desired, dip the cut end into rooting hormone to encourage faster root development.
  
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