Yes, rosemary can grow indoors, but it is one of the more difficult herbs to keep healthy inside. It can survive indoors, yet it needs conditions that are harder to maintain in a typical home.
Rosemary naturally prefers very bright light, dry air around the foliage, and well-draining conditions. Indoors, light levels are often too low and air circulation is limited, which can cause slow growth, leggy stems, or root problems if the growing medium stays wet.
A smart garden can help with rosemary by providing consistent LED light and controlled watering, which removes two common indoor issues. Steady light supports healthier growth compared to window light alone, and measured watering reduces the risk of constant moisture around the roots. However, rosemary still needs space and airflow and does not like crowded conditions, even in a smart garden.
In real indoor setups, rosemary can grow with strong light and careful placement, but it remains more challenging than most indoor herbs and is not the easiest choice for beginners.
