How to Grow and Care for bog rosemary

bog rosemary · Andromeda polifolia
Also known as: marsh andromeda; marsh holy rose; marsh rosemary; moorwort; North American wild rosemary

Grow in moist, acid, humus-rich soil in sun, part or full shade

Watering: Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakingsSunlight: Full sun · Full shade · Partial shadeInformation to be completed

Planting and Growing bog rosemary

Care difficulty3 / 5
Watering scheduleModerate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Sunlight requirementsFull sun · Full shade · Partial shade
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Soil typeClay · Loam
Soil pHAcid
Soil moistureMoist but well drained · Poorly drained
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
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Care Tips

Grow in moist, acid, humus-rich soil in sun, part or full shade

How to Water bog rosemary?

Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings

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What Are the Sunlight Requirements for bog rosemary?

Full sun · Full shade · Partial shade

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What Is the Ideal Temperature Range for bog rosemary?

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What Soil Is Best for bog rosemary?

Soil type
Clay · Loam
Soil pH
Acid
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What Are the Moisture Requirements for bog rosemary?

Moist but well drained · Poorly drained

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How to Fertilize bog rosemary?

Balanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer

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How to Prune bog rosemary?

Shorten flowered shoots to about 1.5–2.5 cm from the previous year's growth. If flowering is on last year's growth, prune after flowering; if on current-year growth, prune the following early to mid-spring.

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How to Propagate bog rosemary?

Propagate by layering, softwood cuttings, and suckers

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How to Transplant bog rosemary?

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How to Care for bog rosemary in Winter?

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How to Plant bog rosemary?

Grow in moist, acid, humus-rich soil in sun, part or full shade

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How to Repot bog rosemary?

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How to Harvest bog rosemary?

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Common Pests & Diseases

Diseases

Generally disease-free

Pests

Generally pest-free

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The Toxicity of bog rosemary

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Attributes of bog rosemary

Plant typeTrees · Shrubs
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FoliageEvergreen
HabitBushy
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Scientific Classification

Species
Andromeda polifolia
Genus
Andromeda
Family
Ericaceae
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