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ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Tuscan Blue'
Commonly known as Rosemary
Brilliant blue flowers
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Good to knowSalvia rosmarinus 'Tuscan Blue'. Wildlife plant - bees
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Pests & DiseasesHoney fungus
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Place of originMediterranean. Garden origin
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EvergreenLeathery, dark green leaves.
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BlueBrilliant blue
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Fully hardyIn well-drained soil
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Entire
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Linear
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Height1.2m (4ft)
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Spread1m (39in)
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Herb
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightProduces whorls of tubular, 2-lipped flowers from the upper leaf axils.
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Hardy - average winterHardy 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)
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Scented foliage
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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may cause skin allergyPeople
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Bee friendly
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1.2m (4ft)
1m (39in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous borderCottage gardenSub-tropical / mediterraneanSuitable for small gardens
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Pruning group
Pruning group 6Suitable 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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