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Rosmarinus officinalis 'Spice Island'
Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Spice Island'
Also Known As
- Spice Island Rosemary
Plant type
shrub, herb
size
- H: 3'-6'
- W: 2'-4'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Spice Island' plant details
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Spice Island' is a 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 and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something for erosion control and seaside / salt tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosmarinus officinalis 'Spice Island'
- Plant type: herb or shrub
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: blue blooms in summer
- Uses: fragrant foliage, hedge, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosmarinus officinalis 'Spice Island'
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular - occasional
- Resistant to: deer, erosion and seaside / salt
- Soil needs: well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Forestfarm
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How to Grow Rosmarinus officinalis 'Spice Island'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - occasional
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- 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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Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 16"-20"
- sun
- regular
Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus [red flowering]
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Plant Type
Shrub, Herb
Zones
8a-11
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 3'
Width: 3'
- sun
- occasional
Scientific Name: Salvia 'Dyspurp'
aka Salvia greggii 'Amethyst Lips', Amethyst Lips Salvia
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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