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    Rosmarinus officinalis 'Huntington Carpet'

    Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Huntington Carpet'

    Also Known As

    • Huntington Carpet Rosemary

    Plant type

    shrub, groundcover, herb

    size

    • H: 1'-2'
    • W: 6'-8'

    planting zones

    • 8a-10b

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    Rosmarinus officinalis 'Huntington Carpet' plant details

    Rosmarinus officinalis 'Huntington Carpet' is a broadleaf evergreen groundcover herb or shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, birds, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. 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, heat tolerant, seaside / salt tolerant and wind tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosmarinus officinalis 'Huntington Carpet'

    Plant type: groundcover herb or shrub
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: evergreen green
    Mature size: 6 FT - 8 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
    Flowers: blue blooms in spring and winter
    Uses: cascading, container plant, cottage garden, edging plant, rock garden, spreading, winter interest, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosmarinus officinalis 'Huntington Carpet'

    USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: occasional - low
    Resistant to: deer, erosion, heat, seaside / salt and wind
    Soil needs: average and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The exceptionally bright blue flowers of this variety are a beacon for bees and butterflies. Creates a mass of dense, low spreading foliage just 1-2' tall and wide spreading to 4-6' wide. This rosemary is perfect for covering a sunny bank or cascading over a large container. A useful plant which is deer resistant and also a good cultivar for culinary use. S/M-D/GDr

    By: Forestfarm

    Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Huntington Carpet’ is a beautiful spreading Rosemary with dark-green, needle-like, aromatic foliage. Displays bright blue flowers on a compact, prostrate plant. Creeping rosemary likes any well-drained soil. This low growing CLIFF HANGER® plant will form a trailing mat of foliage and is a good selection for rock walls and containers.

    By: Little Prince of Oregon

    Shown here as part of the 'Herbal Bouquet Collection'.

    By: Select Seeds

    A trailing version of the popular culinary herb. Use it as an edible groundcover or to trail over the edge of containers, planters or walls. Excellent drainage and protection from soggy soils will enhance winter hardiness.

    By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

    A spreading perennial herb with fragrant blue flowers for 4-6 weeks..compact low growing variety..culinary use

    By: Accents for Home and Garden

    Dramatic draping over a rock wall, fragrant 'Huntington Carpet' is the perfect evergreen "spiller" plant for tough conditions. This prostrate growing rosemary is crazy-tough, we're talking DEER, HEAT & DROUGHT resistant tough. Doesn't mind windy, coastal conditions either. A great groundcover that's covered in deep purple blooms Winter through Spring, it will have bees flying in from near & far. Yummy with potatoes, in soups & other savory dishes, too! To 1-2' high & up to 8' wide, it's a quick grower that's less woody than other varieties. Plant it in a pot with lavender, sage & thyme for an out of this world herb garden.

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Gardening facts about Rosmarinus officinalis 'Huntington Carpet' plant

    How to Grow Rosmarinus officinalis 'Huntington Carpet'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • occasional - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • seaside / salt tolerant
      • erosion control
      • wind tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • blue

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • birds
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • winter
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen

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