I need to go out and start picking now!

Rosemary can be used to make homemade soap that is both fragrant and cleansing. Combine melted soap base with dried rosemary leaves and a few drops of rosemary essential oil. Pour the mixture into molds and let it harden before using. This soap can be a thoughtful gift for friends and family.

If you have pets, you know how mats can form in their fur. Lightly spritz a rosemary infusion (water boiled with rosemary sprigs and cooled) onto the mats before working a comb through. The rosemary not only helps detangle but also leaves a pleasant scent on your pets.

Create a herb-infused vinegar for culinary or cleaning purposes. Fill a jar with fresh rosemary sprigs and white vinegar. Seal and let it steep for a couple of weeks. Strain the liquid and use it in salad dressings or as a natural cleaner.