I am really interested in lining my fence line with large upright rosemary plants. Has anyone done this and had any success or helpful input. Also, does anyone know of any good, reputable online nurseries that might sell it. I haven't seen it in any of my local greenhouses/nurseries. Thanks!
I think thats a spendid idea, just the other day I was looking at one I have near my front entrance an seeing how badly it needs pruned and thought about moving it this fall. I envisioned lining one side of my driveway on the front with some. It would be like say boxwoods only it would be rosemary. And at least RM it is culinary, ya can't use boxwood for nothing really but a workout when pruning. Then I have another one in the back of the house that has now gotten shaded by a crepe myrtle an really needs more sun. It may be a little early for the nurseries to have it. I don't know in your area, but I haven't seen to much here yet except for walmart. If you do decide to do this post pics, I'd like to see the results.
Keborda: That sounds like such a wonderful idea that you have, and I know just the site to go to: http://www.mountainvalleygrowers.com/mvv1-00.htm They are located in California, but sell Rosemary all over, and appear to know there stuff, and I have learned a lot about the business of growing rosemary hedges just from their website. You will be able to determine whether you climate is suitable or not . . . I wager you could even contact them.
And rosemary is so easy to reproduce. Just take a branch down to the ground and anchor it, pat a little soil over it, and it will grow roots. For that reason it often turns up in local 4-H or FFA plant sales. Rosemary doesn't like to be fussed over. Just give it really good drainage and keep it pruned. O, and if anyone is interested, rosemary can be turned into gorgeous bonzai-type plantings. It's shaggy bark really makes this a standout use.
SofJ: I also followed the link and kept the info. thats a great one that I found very informative. Thanks.
I was just talking about this with my niece today. She was telling me that her rosemary did so well she was going to plant lots of it. I think a hedge would be great. Hope you find a place to buy it online.
