Rosmarinus officinalis - 'Sissinghurst Blue' (Rosemary)

Type Shrub (Multi-stemmed Plant), Herb, Hedging & Screening, Culinary, Deciduous, Flowering
Form Rounded Multi-Stemmed Bush
Size Medium Border Plant (50-180cm height)
Colours Dark blue Flowers (Summer), Blue Foliage
Care Some Maintenance Required - Tough Plant
Hardiness Half hardy, Seaside Friendly
Growth Fast Growing Plant
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Rosmarinus officinalis cultivation notes: This tough shrubby cullinary herb will tolerate the driest and hottest conditions and flourishes on poor dry soils, being especially happy on chalky soils and coastal locations. Avoid planting in cold exposed spots or shady spots and avoid rich or heavy wet soils. Trim to shape in autumn.

Plant Strengths: Spiney growth can deter unwanted visitors! Attracts wildlife to feed or nest; All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Suitable for container growing; Suitable for exposed coastal planting; Attractive form or foliage for all year interest; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils; Suitable for hedging or topiary.

Plant Weaknesses: Spiney plant - can scratch young children and gardeners!

Design & Plant Use for Rosmarinus officinalis:
  • Spine bearing plant ideal for security hedge
  • Ideal for planting within the herb garden

Common Missspellings: Rosmarenus, Rosmeryiness, Rosemaryiness

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