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Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Tuscan Blue'

Also Known As

  • Tuscan Blue Rosemary

Plant type

shrub, herb

size

  • H: 3'-6'
  • W: 3'-6'

planting zones

  • 7a-10b

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Rosmarinus officinalis 'Tuscan Blue' plant details

Rosmarinus officinalis 'Tuscan Blue' is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen herb or shrub with green foliage. In summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosmarinus officinalis 'Tuscan Blue'

Plant type: herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 3 FT - 6 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in summer
Uses: container plant, fragrant foliage, hedge, xeric, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosmarinus officinalis 'Tuscan Blue'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Resistant to: deer, erosion and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average and well-drained

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Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A wonderful upright rosemary, growing up to six feet tall and only two feet wide. The deep-green and deliciously aromatic leaves are larger than other cultivars. Winter-into-spring blooms of bright violet to blue flowers are so beautiful and are also an early nectar source for the bees. This is a great selection for creating a hedge or border. S/M-D/GDr
Zn 7. Dark blue flowers. Upright, slender growth.
(Rosemary) An evergreen, woody shrub. Linear, glossy, dark green, silver backed, highly aromatic, leaves, surround erect woody, branching stems. Throughout the year tubular, pale blue flowers are produced. Tolerant of most soil, provide good drainage. Makes a dense hedge, to 60cm, if trimmed often. Leaves are used in cooking.

By: Zephs

Rigid, upright branches grow to 4' tall, to 6' in favorable sites, and feature rich blue flowers in late winter. Rich green leaves are larger than the prostrate forms. Suitable as an attractive, tall, narrow screen.
The standard by which all other Rosemary varieties are measured. A profusion of deep blue flowers are born on and off throughout the year with the heaviest flowering in mid-spring. The highly fragrant olive to medium green foliage is an excellent addition to the culinary garden with it's upright to spreading habit. Rosemary is an excellent choice for containers (we prefer the breathability of terra cotta) or in any well drained, sunny garden. Item# 9441. Use the stripped straight branches as shish-kabob skewers!

Gardening facts about Rosmarinus officinalis 'Tuscan Blue' plant

How to Grow Rosmarinus officinalis 'Tuscan Blue'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant
    • erosion control

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • butterflies
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
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