Rosmarinus officinalis 'Herb Cottage'

Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Herb Cottage'

Also Known As

Herb Cottage Rosemary

Plant type

shrub, perennial, herb

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 1'-2'

planting zones

8a-10b

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Rosmarinus officinalis 'Herb Cottage' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosmarinus officinalis 'Herb Cottage'

Plant type: perennial herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue and purple blooms in spring and winter
Uses: fragrant foliage

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosmarinus officinalis 'Herb Cottage'

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

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Upright, with a tidy, tight-knit character that showcases broad, attractive foliage and vividly dark, violet-blue flowers, 'Herb Cottage' originated at the Cathedral Herb Garden in Washington, D.C. This bushy, culinary delight is favored for its good looks and deserves a spot in your herb garden or a container alongside a well traveled path.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

Gardening facts about Rosmarinus officinalis 'Herb Cottage' plant

How to Grow Rosmarinus officinalis 'Herb Cottage'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- seaside / salt tolerant
- wind tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- blue
- purple
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- winter
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen