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Rosmarinus officinalis
Rosemary
The Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly known as Rosemary, is a hardy, evergreen herb native to the Mediterranean region. Renowned for its aromatic, needle-like leaves and pale blue to violet flowers, it grows as a small shrub or groundcover, reaching heights of 0.5 to 2 metres. Rosemary is a versatile plant, widely used for culinary, ornamental, and medicinal purposes.
Thriving in dry, sunny conditions, Rosemary is ideal for herb gardens, borders, rockeries, or containers, offering year-round greenery and seasonal blooms.
Specifications
- Height0.5 to 2 metres
- Width1 to 2 metres
- Native toMediterranean region
- FoliageAromatic, needle-like, dark green leaves; evergreen
- Growth rateModerate
- Accepted nameSalvia rosmarinus; listed here as Rosmarinus officinalis, the form used in Gulf tender documents
Conditions
- SoilPrefers well-drained, sandy, or loamy soils; tolerates poor, rocky conditions
- LightFull sun
- WaterLow; drought-tolerant once established
- ClimateThrives in temperate and Mediterranean climates
Additional Features
- FlowersSmall, pale blue to violet flowers bloom in spring and summer, attracting pollinators
- UsesIdeal for herb gardens, borders, low hedges, containers, and rockeries
- SpacingPlant 50 to 70 cm apart for dense hedging or individual growth
- Low MaintenanceRequires little care; prune after flowering to shape and encourage growth
- Pest ResistanceGenerally pest-free; deer and rabbit resistant
- Wildlife AttractionProvides nectar for bees and butterflies
- Culinary ValueLeaves are widely used in cooking to flavour meats, stews, and breads
- Medicinal UsesTraditionally used for its antioxidant and anti-inflammatory properties
Rosemary is a beautiful and functional plant, perfect for enhancing gardens with its aromatic foliage, culinary uses, and ecological benefits.
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