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Rosemary Winter Hardiness: No Need to Bring This Herb Indoors in Georgia

Q: I have two young rosemary bushes outdoors. Should I pot them and bring inside for winter?

No need to bring rosemary indoors. It's one of the hardiest herbs. I've had outdoor success with oregano and thyme too—they came through the last two winters unscathed. Both near a wall providing shelter. UGA has an excellent online herb guide at bit.ly/UGAherb.

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