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Rosemary plant growing in a garden

Growing Rosemary

Rosemary is a Mediterranean herb that thrives in poor well-drained soil and full sun once established.

Quick Answer: Rosemary grows in Zones 6a–11b. It's one of the easiest crops to grow.
🌡️ Zones 6a–11b ☀️ Full Sun 💧 Low Water 🌱 Beginner Friendly 🪴 Container OK (3+ gal) 🏠 Indoor Viable 🏜️ Drought Tolerant ♾️ Perennial 🐾 Pet Safe

Can You Grow Rosemary in Your Area?

Growing Tips

Plant in the sunniest most well-drained spot. Excellent in containers — bring indoors in winter in cold zones. Drought-tolerant once established. Avoid overwatering.

Where Does Rosemary Grow?

Rosemary is suited to Zones 6a–11b. Here are some areas where it thrives:

✅ Zone 6a ✅ Zone 6b ✅ Zone 7a ✅ Zone 7b ✅ Zone 8a ✅ Zone 8b ✅ Zone 9a ✅ Zone 9b ✅ Zone 10a ✅ Zone 10b ✅ Zone 11a ✅ Zone 11b
Won't grow outdoors in: very cold zones (below Zone 6a) . Rosemary is a tender perennial that will not survive your winters outdoors — grow in a container and bring it inside.

Frequently Asked Questions

Rosemary grows in USDA Zones 6a–11b.
Yes — Rosemary is beginner-friendly.
Yes — use a 3+ gallon pot.
Rosemary is safe for dogs and safe for cats.