Most of us who have herb gardens planted think nothing of the fact that once we cut them, they stop growing. That’s true, but it’s not always so. There are a few reasons why herbs can continue to grow even after you cut them back. If you take some time to learn about some of these reasons and how to make use of them, you may be pleasantly surprised. Let’s look at some of the different ways they keep growing after you cut them back.

When you trim your Rosemary bushes or other herbs, don’t do it right away. It’s best to wait until new growth has appeared around the base of the plants. This is because when new growth appears, that means the plant needs more water and there’s more room for the new growth to grow.

Some people believe that if they cut their Rosemary plants too soon, the new growth will be cut back to bare stumps, which is counterproductive to growing herbs. In fact, this is why some people prune their plants too early. By pruning new growth, you’ll allow the plant to get all of the water and sunlight it needs to grow. And, as long as you don’t prune the base of the plants too much, the new growth will tend to spread across the area and crowd out the deadheading.

There are several varieties of Rosemary that are quite stubborn. If you’re attempting to prune Rosemary and you notice that the shrubs are growing back too quickly, then you may want to consider cutting back just a little bit at a time. Just cut back two thirds of the growth and wait a few days to see if the plants are growing back again. In case they don’t, then there could be an obstruction in your garden hose or your pruning shears. Call your local gardener for advice before you try pruning Rosemary.

Some of the most stubborn herbs can be severely pruned. This is where the skill and experience come in, when it comes to Rosemary. If you have a serious Rosemary bush that’s seriously out of control, then you might need to remove it and report it. You can always repot it after it’s grown back, but it would make things more complicated in the future. But remember, you don’t need to cut back the whole lot; just a couple of branches should be enough to keep it growing healthily.

Don’t let pruning Rosemary trees become overly dry either. In fact, if you do find that the ground becomes completely dry, don’t cut back the tree. Instead, water the soil and bring the soil to a more comfortable temperature. Pruning rosesmary often does wonders for their growth, so don’t be afraid to take this further. It is very important to keep the tree healthy and growing strong.

As with most perennial herbs, oregano requires a cold frame, just like Rosemary does. However, oregano will grow much faster if you prune it in the early spring. Cut back all the branches except the central one. This is the area that the oregano will grow out of. Once you’ve done this, fill in the blank with new cuttings until the plant has room to develop new shoots.

Pruning rosesmary can keep growing for a couple of years. But do not forget to check on it every year and see if it’s growing as desired. If you want to get rid of the dead branches, you can do that, too, by taking them out of the frame and letting them drop off.