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ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Miss Jessopp's Upright'
Commonly known as Rosemary

Strong growing form with an erect-habit
Plant Details
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Good to know
Salvia rosmarinus 'Miss Jessopp's Upright'. Syn. S. rosmarinus 'Fastigiatus'. Good for hedging. Wildlife plant - bees. -
Pests & Diseases
Honey fungus -
Place of origin
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Evergreenleathery dark green leaves.
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Blue
Lilac-blue small, hooded flowers -
Fully hardyIn well-drained soil
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Entire
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Linear
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Height
2m (6½ft) -
Spread
2m (6½ft) -
HedgeIdeal for hedging
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Herb
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightVigorous shrub. Produces whorls of tubular, 2-lipped flowers from the upper leaf axils.
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Hardy - average winter
Hardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Scented foliage
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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may cause skin allergy
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size2m (6½ft)
2m (6½ft)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage gardenSub-tropical / mediterranean
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Pruning group
Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Soil Conditions
Neutral to alkaline soilWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Sun Requirements
Full sun
Hedging - Box Alternatives
Planting to avoid allergic reactions and asthma
Rosmarinus - Care Guide
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