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Rosmarinus officinalis 'Collingwood Ingram'

Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Benenden Blue'

Also Known As

  • Rosmarinus 'Collingwood Ingram'
  • Rosmarinus officinalis 'Benenden Blue'
  • Collingwood Ingram Rosemary

Plant type

shrub, perennial, herb

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 5'-6'

planting zones

  • 8b-11

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Rosmarinus officinalis 'Collingwood Ingram' plant details

Rosmarinus officinalis 'Collingwood Ingram' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial herb or shrub with green foliage. In spring and summer blue flowers emerge. Attracts bees, beneficial insects 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, gritty, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something seaside / salt tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosmarinus officinalis 'Collingwood Ingram'

Plant type: perennial herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 5 FT - 6 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and summer
Uses: fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosmarinus officinalis 'Collingwood Ingram'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Smaller growing, to 3' tall with arching branches to 6' wide and narrow, dark green leaves. Intense purple-blue flowers form in early winter.

Gardening facts about Rosmarinus officinalis 'Collingwood Ingram' plant

How to Grow Rosmarinus officinalis 'Collingwood Ingram'

  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
    • rich
    • rocky
    • gritty
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Special Situation

    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • spring
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Foliage Color

    • green
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