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Buy 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
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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
By: Cistus Nursery
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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
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aka Salvia nemorosa 'Bordeau Deep Blue', Bordeau Deep Blue Salvia
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 18"-24"
Width: 16"-20"
- sun
- regular
Scientific Name: Salvia 'Dyspurp'
aka Salvia greggii 'Amethyst Lips', Amethyst Lips Salvia
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7b-10b
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus [red flowering]
aka Rosmarinus officinalis 'Red Flowering', Rosmarinus officinalis [red flowering]
Plant Type
Shrub, Herb
Zones
8a-11
- sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Turkish Cliff Sage
Plant Type
Perennial, Herb
Zones
6a-9b
Size
Height: 3'
Width: 3'
- sun
- occasional
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Height: 12"-18"
Width: 18"-24"
- sun - mostly sun
- regular - drought tolerant
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