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Rosmarinus officinalis 'Carollina'

Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Carollina'

Plant type

shrub, herb

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 4'-5'

planting zones

  • 7b-11

Rosmarinus officinalis 'Carollina' plant details

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

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosmarinus officinalis 'Carollina'

Plant type: herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: blue blooms in fall, spring, summer and winter
Uses: edible, long-blooming, winter interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosmarinus officinalis 'Carollina'

USDA Zones: 7b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and seaside / salt
Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

Gardening facts about Rosmarinus officinalis 'Carollina' plant

How to Grow Rosmarinus officinalis 'Carollina'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • lean
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant
    • seaside / salt tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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