Perennial. The leaves are used fresh or dried as a seasoning for beef, lamb, poultry and game. Rosemary tea is considered good for colds. Can also be grown as a potted plant. Must be overwintered in cool conditions indoors. Sowing: In March-April for planting out after frost. Sow sparsely, water and put the pot in the fridge for 2-3 weeks. Take it out and when the seeds have germinated, put 1 plant/pot with fertilized soil. Thrives in loose and warm soil. Nice in a large pot.