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Most Folks Have No Clue: Why Your Rosemary Plant Keeps Dying & the Easiest Hack to Save It
Rosemary is one of those herbs that seems easy to grow… until it suddenly starts turning brown, wilting, or dropping needles for no obvious reason. Sound familiar? You’re not alone.
Most people don’t realize that rosemary isn’t like other herbs — it has specific needs, and missing just one small detail can send it downhill fast. But the good news? With one simple hack, you can revive it — and keep it thriving for years.
The Real Reason Your Rosemary Keeps Dying
Overwatering.
Yup — that’s the silent killer of most rosemary plants. Rosemary is a Mediterranean herb, used to dry, rocky soil and infrequent rain. When it sits in soggy soil, its roots begin to rot, even if everything looks fine on top — until it’s too late.
Other common issues:
- Poor drainage (pot without holes = death sentence)
- Lack of sunlight (rosemary needs 6–8 hours daily)
- Indoor humidity (it hates wet, humid air)
- Heavy soil (traps water instead of draining)
The Easiest Hack to Save Your Rosemary
🪴 Add Sand to the Soil
Yep — sand. The simple, old-school trick that mimics rosemary’s natural habitat and gives it the drainage it craves.
How to Do It:
- Remove the rosemary from its pot (gently!).
- Mix your own custom soil blend:
- 2 parts potting soil
- 1 part coarse sand (or perlite)
- 1 part cactus mix or fine gravel (optional for bonus drainage)
- Make sure the new pot has drainage holes.
- Replant rosemary, water lightly, and place in a sunny spot.
💡 Pro Tip: Let the soil dry out almost completely before watering again. Stick your finger 1–2 inches in — if it’s dry, it’s time to water.