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ULTIMATE ROSEMARY CARE GUIDE: ☀️Light Rosemary requires full, direct sunlight to thrive. Provide a minimum of 6 to 8 hours of unobstructed sun daily. Indoors, place it in a south-facing window or under a high-intensity LED grow light. Insufficient light leads to leggy growth, weak stems, and increased susceptibility to pests and root rot. 💦Water Allow the soil to dry out completely between waterings. Rosemary is highly drought-tolerant and extremely sensitive to overwatering. Hydrate the plant deeply until water drains from the bottom of the container, then empty the runoff tray immediately. During winter or high-humidity periods, reduce watering frequency significantly. 🪏Soil Utilize a sharply draining, gritty substrate. A slightly acidic to neutral pH between 6.0 and 7.0 is ideal. Never allow the roots to sit in compacted, heavy clay. 🍴Feeding Rosemary is a light feeder that requires minimal fertilization. Apply a diluted, low-nitrogen organic fertilizer or a top-dressing of compost once in early spring as new growth begins. Excessive feeding diminishes the concentration of essential oils, weakening the flavor and aromatic profile of the foliage. ✂️Pruning Prune in spring or early summer after the flowering cycle to maintain a bushy shape and prevent woody leggy stems. Cut back the top third of the soft, green growth, always leaving active foliage on the branch. Avoid cutting into the old, woody base of the plant, as it will not readily regenerate new shoots. 🪴Repotting Repot every 1 to 2 years during spring, shifting up only one pot size at a time. Rosemary prefers tight quarters but requires repotting when roots begin circling the bottom of the container. Always use terracotta or unglazed clay pots, which allow moisture to evaporate through the walls and prevent root asphyxiation. #EduTok #todayilearned #DidYouKnow