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Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group

Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus Prostratus Group

Also Known As

Rosmarinus officinalis 'Procumbens'
Rosmarinus officinalis prostratus
Rosmarinus prostratus
Creeping Rosemary
Dwarf Creeping Rosemary
Dwarf Prostrate Rosemary
Trailing Rosemary

Plant type

shrub, perennial, herb

size

H: 6"-12"
W: 36"-48"

planting zones

8a-11

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Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group plant details

Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb or shrub with blue and green foliage. In spring and summer blue and purple flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group

Plant type: perennial herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 36 IN - 48 IN - wide, 6 IN - 12 IN - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant, fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus Group

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Low growing shrub to 2' tall and spreading as much as 8'. Forms dense, prostrate mats with clusters of pale blue flowers in late winter and spring. The trailing form is useful creeping over walls or the edge of a raised bed. Not as hardy as some rosemaries.

By: Native Sons

The deep blue green fragrant foliage adorns cascading stems and is complemented by masses of blue blooms among the foliage in early spring. Great for containers or at the top of a wall. An easy and useful cooking herb. Good drainage is essential for Rosemary.