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Rosmarinus x lavandulaceus
Well known culinary herb, used especially for flavouring lamb. This form is a semi prostrate shrub, aromatic narrow leaves, green above, and white below. Late winter and spring the shrub is covered with mid blue flowers, which bees love. Trim after flowering to maintain shape and fresh growth. Suits dry sunny conditions, avoid wet ground. Useful ground cover.
Genus
Rosmarinus
Species
x lavandulaceus
Cultivar
Common name
Rosemary
Hybrid
R. eriocalyx x R. officinalis
Family name
Labiatae
Place of origin
Mediterranean
DETAILS
Height
30 cm
Width
70 cm
(expected growth in average NZ conditions in 5 to 10 years)
Leaves
Evergreen
Soil Type
Grows in most soil types / Needs well drained soil
Moisture
Avoid wet soil. / Tolerates dry soils
Exposure
Prefers a sunny site / Tolerates coastal sites / Will tolerate moderate frosts
Immaculate / Nourishment / Sanctuary / Texture / Whimsical
Shrubs
Category
Prostrate or creeping.
Availability
All our current stock has been dispatched out to retailers. If they have none left for you, we are growing another crop to supply as soon as possible.
Where to buy our plants
Where to buy our plants