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Hi,
I'm concerned about my unhealthy looking rosemary plants. They are several years old and in a sunny location. This year they are yellowing and m...
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Rosemary #870052
Asked May 25, 2024, 11:57 AM EDT
Hi,
I'm concerned about my unhealthy looking rosemary plants. They are several years old and in a sunny location. This year they are yellowing and many branches have an odd pinkish hue. I'm curious in particular what this color might indicate.
https://docs.google.com/document/d/1wntFYykWmSziIXhGFZqedStGAKMdGHsQj0KpruYyZ18/edit
I know overwatering can be a problem for rosemary. But I don't think we've had more rainfall this spring than usual, but maybe we have. If you think overwatering is the culprit, is there a way I can correct this other than to cease watering them and letting them dry out?
I appreciate your thoughts. Thank you! --Ann
Lane County Oregon
Expert Response
I could not access your URL. This winter was exceptionally hard on rosemary which does not often survive extreme or sudden or extended cold. Also, we did have an excess of rain, a 1, 2 knockout punch for many plants, especially Mediterranean ones. As the weather moderates, it may recover. If you have healthy looking stems, take cuttings to make a new plant.
