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This TikTok video shows you how to grow endless amounts of rosemary from just one sprig.
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Unlock Your Green Thumb: Expert Shares Simple Steps to Grow Rosemary at Home
A recent online tutorial by gardening enthusiast 'Nina the plant mum' has demystified the process of growing rosemary from cuttings, offering a cost-effective alternative to purchasing new plants. The video, which has garnered significant attention, outlines simple steps for successful propagation and care. According to Nina, the process begins with selecting fresh rosemary cuttings, avoiding older, woodier stems or those with flowers. Viewers are guided through stripping the bottom leaves, a step described as 'so satisfying,' and then making a precise cut just below a leaf node, where new roots will emerge. The cuttings are then planted in well-draining soil, with Nina suggesting the use of garden soil mixed with stones to enhance drainage. For optimal growth, the newly planted rosemary should be placed in a sunny location and watered when the top inch of soil feels dry, ensuring it doesn't completely dry out. Nina emphasizes rosemary's low-maintenance nature, describing it as a 'girly who loves to sunbathe' and requires regular drinks. Beyond its culinary uses, the video highlights rosemary's potential benefits for concentration, memory, mood upliftment, and even skin, hair, and pain relief. The tutorial concludes by encouraging viewers to plant rosemary outdoors, where it can be easily harvested as needed, attracting bees and butterflies with its flowers.
