Rosemary
Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis) is a woody, perennial herb in the mint family, Lamiaceae. Native to the Mediterranean region, it is cultivated worldwide for culinary, ornamental, and sometimes medicinal uses. The plant grows as a shrubby, many-branched evergreen with slender stems and narrow, needle-like leaves about 2–4 cm long. Leaves are dark green on the upper surface and lighter underneath. Flowers are small and can be blue, purple, pink, or white, blooming mainly in spring and summer.
Cultivation and propagation: Rosemary prefers full sun and well-drained soil, and it is relatively drought-tolerant once
Uses: Culinary applications include fresh or dried leaves used to flavor roasted meats, potatoes, vegetables, soups,
History and symbolism: In ancient Greece and Rome, rosemary was associated with remembrance and fidelity and