Rosemary
High risk of root rot in Thai humidity. Use terracotta pots with 30% sand mix. Morning sun only.
An aromatic, erect evergreen shrub with needle-like, leathery leaves that are green on top and silvery-white underneath. It has a woody, branching habit and a strong, pine-like fragrance. Known for its luxurious aroma that pairs perfectly with roasted meats, it is also popular as an herbal tea and serves as a natural mosquito repellent.
Cultivation
Sunlight
Partial Shade. Morning sun only—intense noon heat causes stomata closure and stress.
Watering
Water in morning only. Mandatory 'Touch Test'—soil must dry between waterings.
Soil Mix
Thai Survival Mix: 30% coarse sand, 20% rice husk ash, 30% coir, 20% loam.
Fertilizer
Very light feeding. Despises acidic fertilizers.
Challenges
Root Rot (Phytophthora) is the primary killer. Spider Mites in dry season.
Use terracotta pots only (breathable). Apply Fosetyl-aluminum preventatively. Mist foliage for mites.
