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ROSMARINUS
Commonly known as Rosemary
Common Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis, has been absorbed into the genus Salvia. Its new identification is Salvia rosmarinus.
From the latin, "dew of the sea" and with a tendency to flower outside its usual season. Well-known cottage garden plant and also used for culinary purposes, herbalism and perfumery. Pest and drought resistant.
Genus of 2 species of evergreen shrubs found in rocky sites, woodland and scrub in the Mediterranean region.
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soil
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Herb
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in height
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Additional FeaturesGood to knowTrim hedges after floweringMedicinal propertiesPart of the mint family which has long been used for medicinal purposes especially in strengthening memory. A symbol of loyalty and friendship. Culinary use from Roman times.Place of originRocky and scrubby areas of the Mediterranean
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Scented PlantsScented foliage
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Toxic - Category CMay cause skin allergyPeople
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WildlifeBee friendlyRabbit Resistant
- What are the Alternatives to Box Hedging?
- Laurel hedging - Video Tip ondemand_video
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- Allergic reactions and pollen
- Plants which produce masses of pollen - to avoid
- Plants producing little pollen - relatively safe!
Buy Varieties of ROSMARINUS
![© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. ROSMARINUS officinalis](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/products/squaremedium/rosmarinus_officinalis_3803s.jpg)
ROSMARINUS officinalis
common rosemary, flowers blue
![© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. ROSMARINUS officinalis f.albiflorus](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/products/squaremedium/rosmarinus_albiflorus_6046.jpg)
ROSMARINUS officinalis f.albiflorus
white-flowered form. Upright to rounded habit
![© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Green Ginger'](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/products/squaremedium/rosmarinus_officinalis_green_ginger.jpg)
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Green Ginger'
ginger-scented leaves and light blue flowers
![© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Majorca Pink'](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/products/squaremedium/rosmarinus_officinalis_majorca_pink_4678f.jpg)
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Majorca Pink'
attractive pink flowering form
![Royal Horticultural Society 'Award of Garden Merit' (AGM) AWARD](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/misc/agm_large.png)
![© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Miss Jessopp's Upright'](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/products/squaremedium/rosmarinus_officinalis_miss_jessups_upright_3807.jpg)
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Miss Jessopp's Upright'
strong growing form with an erect-habit
![© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Pointe du Raz'](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/products/squaremedium/rosmarinus_officinalis_pointe_du_raz~4.jpg)
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Pointe du Raz'
vigorous prostrate variety with mid-blue flowers
![© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Prostratus'](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/products/squaremedium/rosmarinus_officinalis_prostratus_3806a.jpg)
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Prostratus'
pale blue, semi-prostrate
![© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Roman Beauty'](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/products/squaremedium/rosmarinus_officinalis_roman_beauty_3808s.jpg)
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Roman Beauty'
dark blue tight arching form
![© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Tuscan Blue'](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/products/squaremedium/rosmarinus_prostratus_tuscan_blue_5255.jpg)
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Tuscan Blue'
brilliant blue flowers
![© Burncoose Nurseries, all pictures for illustrative purposes only. ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Whitewater Silver'](https://www.burncoose.co.uk/site/img/products/squaremedium/rosmarinus_officinalis_whitewater_silver.jpg)
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Whitewater Silver'
prostrate form with blue flowers. Leaves silvery on reverse
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