Native to the Mediterranean region, including Spain, Portugal and Italy, rosemary is one of the most rewarding herbs to grow. While considered low-maintenance, as rosemary ages, plants can become woody, leggy and sparse, especially if not regularly pruned.
Do not assume, however, that your overgrown rosemary is a lost cause. There are a few techniques that can help revive a woody rosemary plant. Of course, knowing how to prune rosemary is crucial, but the approach is slightly different for an older specimen that might be past its best.
