ABOUT
Rosemary Speedy, as the name suggests this is a very quick growing form of Rosemary, with an upright habit. Speedy can be used exactly as you would any other Rosemary, with the added benefit of giving you plenty of fresh leaves early.
Rosemary is a woody perennial herb from the Lamiaceae family. The foliage is fragrant, evergreen and needle like, usually being a silvery green on top and whiter underneath with a strong flavour. Fresh or dried leaves are used a lot in Mediterranean cuisine and have a slightly bitter, astringent taste with a characteristic aroma complementing many foods such as stuffing, roasted meats & vegetables and are especially good when paired with barbequed foods.
Rosemary is sometimes used as an ornamental herb as it can easily be pruned into hedges or used in topiary. Rosemary flowers are most often a deep blue but can also be pink or white depending on the variety and bloom throughout spring and summer with some varieties having very long or unexpected flowering periods.
Rosemary is a woody perennial herb from the Lamiaceae family. The foliage is fragrant, evergreen and needle like, usually being a silvery green on top and whiter underneath with a strong flavour. Fresh or dried leaves are used a lot in Mediterranean cuisine and have a slightly bitter, astringent taste with a characteristic aroma complementing many foods such as stuffing, roasted meats & vegetables and are especially good when paired with barbequed foods.
Rosemary is sometimes used as an ornamental herb as it can easily be pruned into hedges or used in topiary. Rosemary flowers are most often a deep blue but can also be pink or white depending on the variety and bloom throughout spring and summer with some varieties having very long or unexpected flowering periods.
PLEASE READ: Feel free to touch and smell the herbs in our Wellbeing Terrace garden. However, please do not cut off any of the plant just yet. Please wait until the plants are bigger, we will announce when you make take small amounts.
PLEASE NOTE: The content provided on this page is based on publicly available information and general web research. It’s meant to offer ideas and insights rather than definitive advice. If something’s especially important to you, we recommend exploring additional sources or speaking with an expert.
PLEASE NOTE: The content provided on this page is based on publicly available information and general web research. It’s meant to offer ideas and insights rather than definitive advice. If something’s especially important to you, we recommend exploring additional sources or speaking with an expert.
WELLBEING BENEFITS
Rosemary offers a range of wellbeing benefits, primarily focused on brain health, mood, and physical well-being. It can improve memory, sharpen focus, and potentially protect against cognitive decline. It may also reduce anxiety, improve sleep, and boost mood. Additionally, rosemary has antioxidant, anti-inflammatory, and antimicrobial properties that can benefit the body in various ways, including supporting gut health and potentially aiding in allergy relief.
Health benefits of rosemary
Health benefits of rosemary
- Could help keep the brain healthy
- May improve memory
- Aids digestion
- May help you stay alert
- Can help combat halitosis, tooth decay and gum disease
- May help relieve stress, anxiety and depression
- Can help support the immune system
CULINARY USE
Rosemary is traditionally served with lamb, chicken or game and used widely in Mediterranean cuisine. It can be used in sweet and savoury baked goods, including breads, muffins and biscuits. Fresh rosemary can also be used to make tea, to flavour cocktails or infused in oil or vinegar for making dressings and marinades. In addition to its many culinary uses, rosemary has been used for thousands of years to treat a range of illnesses, including digestive problems, headaches, insomnia, rheumatic pain and as a tonic to improve physical, emotional and mental well-being.
Important Considerations:
Important Considerations:
- Moderation is key:
While rosemary is generally safe for most people, it's important to use it in moderation, especially when using concentrated forms like essential oils. - Potential interactions:
Rosemary may interact with certain medications, so it's best to consult with a healthcare professional before using it in supplement form, especially if you have any underlying health conditions or are taking blood thinners. - Not a cure-all:
While rosemary offers numerous potential benefits, it's not a substitute for medical treatment and should be used as part of a healthy lifestyle.
