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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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Herb
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Full sun
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Additional Features
Good to knowTrim hedges after flowering
Medicinal 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.
Pests & DiseasesHoney fungus can be a problem
Place of originRocky and scrubby areas of the Mediterranean -
Scented PlantsScented foliage
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Soil ConditionsAlkaline / Chalk lovingNeutral to alkaline soilWell drained, dry, poor to moderately fertile soil
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Toxic - Category C
May cause skin allergy -
Wildlife
Bee friendlyRabbit Resistant
- Allergic reactions and pollen
- Plants which produce masses of pollen - to avoid
- Plants producing little pollen - relatively safe!
Buy Varieties of ROSMARINUS
ROSMARINUS officinalis
common rosemary, flowers blue
Gift-wrapping available
ROSMARINUS officinalis f.albiflorus
white-flowered form. Upright to rounded habit
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Green Ginger'
ginger-scented leaves and light blue flowers
Gift-wrapping available
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Majorca Pink'
attractive pink flowering form
Gift-wrapping available
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Miss Jessopp's Upright'
strong growing form with an erect-habit
Gift-wrapping available
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Pointe du Raz'
vigorous prostrate variety with mid-blue flowers
Gift-wrapping available
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Prostratus'
pale blue, semi-prostrate
Gift-wrapping available
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Roman Beauty'
dark blue tight arching form
Gift-wrapping available
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Severn Sea'
arching branches and brilliant blue flowers
ROSMARINUS officinalis 'Tuscan Blue'
brilliant blue flowers
Gift-wrapping available
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