Barbeque

Family: Lamiaceae Herb

Planting Schedule

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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

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Barbeque Planting Dates by USDA Zone

Estimated US hardiness-zone windows for sow, transplant, and harvest. Enter a US ZIP above for exact local dates, or open a zone below.

Zone	Start Indoors	Sow / Transplant	Harvest
Zone 1a	Apr 20th	Aug 3rd	Nov 1st – Jul 15th
Zone 1b	Apr 6th	Jul 20th	Oct 18th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Mar 30th	Jul 13th	Oct 11th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 20th	Jul 3rd	Oct 1st – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 20th	Jul 3rd	Oct 1st – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 24th	Jul 7th	Oct 5th – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 20th	Jul 3rd	Oct 1st – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 18th	Jul 1st	Sep 29th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Mar 13th	Jun 26th	Sep 24th – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Mar 9th	Jun 22nd	Sep 20th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Mar 6th	Jun 19th	Sep 17th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Feb 28th	Jun 13th	Sep 11th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Feb 23rd	Jun 8th	Sep 6th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Feb 13th	May 29th	Aug 27th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Feb 4th	May 20th	Aug 18th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Jan 26th	May 11th	Aug 9th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Jan 9th	Apr 24th	Jul 23rd – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 15th	Mar 30th	Jun 28th – Dec 9th
Zone 10a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 10b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 11b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 12b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13a	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th
Zone 13b	—	Oct 1st	Dec 30th – Feb 28th

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.