Gorizia

Family: Lamiaceae Herb

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Fragrant as a sunlit hillside, Gorizia rosemary releases a crisp, piney resin note with a cool, herbal lift that lingers on the air.

Its narrow, deep green needles form tidy, upright sprays with a supple, aromatic texture—ideal for gathering fresh sprigs or drying for long-lasting scent. Grow Gorizia for bold flavor in herb-forward blends, and for fragrant infusions, marinades, and seasoning rubs where its signature aroma truly shines.

Light: Full SunMaturity: 90 DaysHabit: Upright

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Gorizia 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 6th	Jun 1st	Aug 30th – Jul 15th
Zone 1b	Mar 23rd	May 18th	Aug 16th – Aug 1st
Zone 2a	Mar 16th	May 11th	Aug 9th – Aug 29th
Zone 2b	Mar 6th	May 1st	Jul 30th – Aug 25th
Zone 3a	Mar 6th	May 1st	Jul 30th – Sep 1st
Zone 3b	Mar 10th	May 5th	Aug 3rd – Sep 21st
Zone 4a	Mar 6th	May 1st	Jul 30th – Sep 24th
Zone 4b	Mar 4th	Apr 29th	Jul 28th – Sep 27th
Zone 5a	Feb 27th	Apr 24th	Jul 23rd – Sep 30th
Zone 5b	Feb 23rd	Apr 20th	Jul 19th – Oct 5th
Zone 6a	Feb 20th	Apr 17th	Jul 16th – Oct 10th
Zone 6b	Feb 14th	Apr 11th	Jul 10th – Oct 16th
Zone 7a	Feb 9th	Apr 6th	Jul 5th – Oct 20th
Zone 7b	Jan 30th	Mar 27th	Jun 25th – Oct 28th
Zone 8a	Jan 21st	Mar 18th	Jun 16th – Nov 5th
Zone 8b	Jan 12th	Mar 9th	Jun 7th – Nov 12th
Zone 9a	Dec 26th	Feb 20th	May 21st – Nov 26th
Zone 9b	Dec 1st	Jan 26th	Apr 26th – 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

Gorizia rosemary carries a clean, piney resin note that perfumes fat fast—use it with restraint so it lingers without turning harsh. Its narrow, supple needles release best with a brief warm infusion or quick roasting, giving that cool herbal lift right at the finish.

Best Uses

high-impact herb rubs for lamb, pork, and roasted root vegetables
short steeping in oil or vinegar for fragrant dressings and finishing drizzle
marinades for fatty cuts—let the resin note cling, not overwhelm
drying for winter braises and breadcrumb crusts

Flavor Profile

crisp pine-resin aroma cool, herbal lift with a faint bitterness needle-fresh, slightly woody chew

Kitchen Pairings

lemon garlic olive oil white wine vinegar lamb duck

Frequently Asked Questions

What pest or disease commonly affects Salvia rosmarinus (Tuscan Blue) and what should I do?

Watch for powdery mildew and root/collar rot in humid conditions; both show up as gray-white mildew patches or wilting/blackening at the base. Improve airflow with proper spacing and water only at the soil line, then remove badly infected leaves and avoid crowding. If mildew keeps returning, spray a horticultural-safe fungicide labeled for herbs, and reduce leaf wetness by watering earlier in the day.

How often should I water Salvia rosmarinus during the main growing phase?

During active growth, water deeply only when the top 1–2 inches of soil feels dry, because Salvia rosmarinus is drought-tolerant once established. In typical home gardens this often means about 1 inch of water per week, but adjust for heat and your soil—sandy soils need more frequent watering, while heavy soils need less to prevent rot. Always use well-draining soil and never keep the root zone constantly wet.

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

For fresh leaves, harvest once plants have healthy side growth and are at least 8–10 inches tall, typically by mid-season around the 60–90 day range. For the best flavor, pick sprigs in the morning before the heat, and harvest no more than one-third of the plant at a time to avoid stress. Plants are generally at their fullest by the 90-day maturity mark, when the stems are sturdy and foliage is dense and aromatic.