| It sounds overwatered, alas (sour smell). For humidity, a wide shallow tray of water with pebbles above water level is the only real low-tech solution. Occasional misting, alas, won't do. If you want to dry out the soil, tip the pot sideways and ease the rootball out onto a protective surface. Give it time -- a week is not out of the question. You may be able to save the roots and crown, but the shape will change - the bottom-up death is typical of overwatering (and other stuff, nothing *too* easy! *wry grin* ) Definitely get the evaporating tray working - you can have a soaking rootball and dry leaves at the same time. And remember, this is a learning experience - there are other rosemaries out there, and you can learn a lot to keep future specimens in better shape. Hope your learning curve is short and steep, and that this one makes it. You surely are working for its benefit! |
