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Can You Grow Rosemary in Texas?
US · USDA Zone 8a · zones 5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b
Rosemary grows as a perennial here — establish it once and it will thrive for years.
Plant zones
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About Rosemary
Rosemary is a Mediterranean herb that thrives in poor well-drained soil and full sun once established.
Plant in the sunniest most well-drained spot. Excellent in containers — bring indoors in winter in cold zones. Drought-tolerant once established. Avoid overwatering.
Gardening in Texas
Texas spans more climate zones than any state except California — from Zone 6 in the Texas Panhandle to Zone 9b in the Rio Grande Valley. Most Texans garden in Zone 7-8 with hot long summers.
Frequently asked questions
Can you grow Rosemary in Texas?
Rosemary grows as a perennial here — establish it once and it will thrive for years.
What zone is Texas?
Texas spans USDA Zone 8a (5b, 6a, 6b, 7a, 7b, 8a, 8b, 9a, 9b).
When do you plant Rosemaries in Texas?
See the planting guide for Rosemary — timing depends on your exact frost date.