Barbeque

Family: Lamiaceae Herb

Fragrant as a sun-warmed pine grove, Barbeque Rosemary releases a bold, resinous aroma the moment you brush its needlelike foliage.

Expect a dense, upright habit with deep green, sharply textured sprigs that hold their character through drying and roasting—ideal for infusing oils, seasoning hearty dishes, and crafting fragrant pickles and vinegars. A perennial favorite for gardeners who want a reliable, long-season aromatic that looks as good as it smells.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Upright

Planting schedules and alerts are optimized for Columbus (Zone 6b).

Crop Dates

Milestone	Date
Start Indoors	Feb 28th
Last Frost	Apr 25th
Transplant / Sow Outdoors	Jun 13th
Harvest Begins	Sep 11th
Harvest Ends	Oct 16th

Crop Details

Trait	Value
Days to Maturity	90
Sun Requirements	Full Sun
Growth Habit	Upright
Support Needed	None
Planting Depth	Normal
Germination Temp (°F)	70
Min Soil Temp (°F)	60
Min Night Temp (°F)	50
Harden Off (days)	10

Culinary Notes

Chef's Note

Barbeque rosemary hits with a bold, resinous snap that stands up to fat—so it shines when you want the herb to read clearly after roasting or braising. Use it to perfume oils, then deploy those oils at the end or as a rub so the flavor stays vivid rather than bitter.

Best Uses

infusing olive oil for high-heat finishing
dry-rubbed roasting seasoning for lamb, pork, and chicken
slow-braised or sheet-pan vegetables where it can soften
fragrant pickles and vinegar infusions

Flavor Profile

resinous, piney aroma savory herbal bite needle-fibrous texture that mellows with heat

Kitchen Pairings

garlic lemon olive oil lamb pork white wine vinegar

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease commonly affects Salvia rosmarinus (rosemary) and what’s the fastest way to fix it?

Watch for leaf spots and stem dieback caused by too-wet conditions, especially in cool, crowded beds where air can’t dry foliage quickly. If you see browning tips or spots, remove affected growth, improve airflow, and water at the base so leaves stay dry; avoid overhead irrigation. If you’re growing in containers, make sure the pot drains freely and let the surface dry before watering again.

How often should I water Salvia rosmarinus during its 8–12 week main growth period?

Water deeply when the top 1–2 inches of soil are dry, then let the soil dry back again before the next watering—rosemary needs a dry-down cycle rather than constant moisture. In full sun during active growth, this often ends up around about once per week in the ground (more during heat) but less in heavy soils or consistently cool weather. If leaves yellow or stems stay limp, you’re likely watering too frequently; cut back and increase drainage immediately.

How can I tell when Salvia rosmarinus is ready to harvest?

Harvest when plants are well-established—typically after about 90 days from planting—and stems are firm enough to hold upright. Take sprigs in the morning when oils are strongest, cutting just above a leaf node to encourage branching. You can harvest lightly once plants have several side shoots, but for best regrowth, avoid removing more than about one-third of the plant at a time.