Photo of Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mrs. Reed's Dark Blue' flower, foliage, form by Cistus Nursery

Photo by Cistus Nursery

Used with permission, all rights reserved

Show all photos

Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mrs. Reed's Dark Blue'

Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Mrs. Reed's Dark Blue'

Also Known As

  • Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mrs. Reeds Dark Blue'
  • Mrs. Reeds Rosemary

Plant type

shrub, herb

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mrs. Reed's Dark Blue' plant details

Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mrs. Reed's Dark Blue' is a broadleaf evergreen herb or shrub with green foliage. In spring and winter 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. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mrs. Reed's Dark Blue'

Plant type: herb or shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: blue blooms in spring and winter
Uses: fragrant, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mrs. Reed's Dark Blue'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer and snail / slug, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A mid-sized (2') selection made for its dark dark blue flowers in winter. Our guess is that Mrs. Reed made a exquisite lamb with rosemary cream sauce. Just a guess. Martha: eat your heart out... One of the hardiest of the dark blues, having sailed through USDA zone 7 winters, indeed even zone 6.

Gardening facts about Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mrs. Reed's Dark Blue' plant

How to Grow Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mrs. Reed's Dark Blue'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • blue
  • Wildlife

    • beneficial insects
    • bees
    • hummingbirds
    • deer resistant
    • snail / slug resistant
  • Flower Season

    • winter
    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
Mailing List
Sign Up for updates on new plant arrivals and deals

© 2010—2024 Plant Lust, LLC All Rights Reserved