Rue is an evergreen herb has fern-like, blue-green foliage and small, yellowish flowers. Has a very unique, bitter taste that is popular in Italian and Ethiopian cuisine. Helps repel unwanted animals and insects from your garden. Grows well in Auburn, Citrus Heights, Elk Grove, Folsom, Rocklin, Roseville and Sacramento
- Size: 2′-3′ tall, 2′-3′ wide
- Days to Maturity: 100 Days
- Productivity: 4″-6″ Long Sprigs
- Light Requirement: Full Sun
- Water Needs: Moderate to High
- Growth Habit: Upright
Green Thumb Guide
Plant in enriched garden soil 1-2 weeks after last frost. Leave 8″-10″ of space between each plant. Fertilize when transplanting and again after first harvest. Water early morning or late evening. Harvest as needed by pinching off 4″-6″ sprigs. For best flavor, pick early in the morning when leaves have their highest oil content.
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