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Prostrate Rosemary

Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus'

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Overview

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus') is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with trailing branches reaching up to 2-3 feet wide. Its aromatic, needle-like leaves are deep green, and the plant boasts pale blue to lilac flowers from late winter to early spring. Ideal for cascading over walls or as ground cover, it's drought-tolerant and thrives in full sun, requiring well-drained soil. Hardy in zones 8-10.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Very LowZones 7–10Type Ground cover, Herb, ShrubClimate Mediterranean

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — this ground-hugging perennial forms an attractive

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Very Low
USDA zones: 7–10

Shape & size

Classification

Type: Ground cover, Herb, Shrub
Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — evergreen shrub with trailing branches reaching up to 2-3 feet wide; this aromatic cultivar exudes a

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — occasionally blooming intermittently throughout the year; or as an accent in coastal settings

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — blue flowers in the garden

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus') is a low-growing; and the plant boasts pale

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — low-maintenance mat that functions superbly as a ground cover

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — needle-like leaves are deep green

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — making it a robust addition to any landscape

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — requiring well-drained soil

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — ground cover / herb / shrub for full

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — low-maintenance mat that functions superbly as a ground cover; occasionally blooming intermittently

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — ensuring this plant's place as both a functional and ornamental asset in any client's garden

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — and the plant boasts pale blue to lilac flowers from late winter to early spring; <br><br>

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — Prostrate Rosemary is largely untroubled by pests and diseases

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — spilling over walls or cascading from containers.<br><br>Thriving in USDA hardiness zones 8 through

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — needle-like leaves are deep green; prostrate Rosemary is largely untroubled by pests and diseases

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — Ideal for cascading over walls or as ground cover; evergreen shrub with trailing branches reaching

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — Its utilization extends beyond the aesthetic - as a culinary herb

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — <br><br>--- <br><br>This description is succinct enough to keep the client informed yet comprehensive

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — occasionally blooming intermittently throughout the year

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — evergreen shrub with trailing branches reaching up to 2-3 feet wide

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — and the plant boasts pale blue to lilac flowers from late winter to early spring

Prostrate Rosemary (Rosmarinus Officinalis 'Prostratus') — Growing up to 2 feet in height and capable of spreading 4 to 8 feet wide; blue flowers in the garden

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Erin Silversmith, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
George E. Koronaios, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
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Ryan Hodnett, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Mohasaba, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
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Pohled 111, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Antonio Castagna from Teramo, Italy, CC BY 2.0 · source
Jeangagnon, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Acabashi, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Forest and Kim Starr, CC BY 3.0 us · source
Basotxerri, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source
Ole Husby from Melhus, Norway, CC BY-SA 2.0 · source
Emilian Robert Vicol from Com. Balanesti, CC BY 2.0 · source
Adrian Michael, CC BY-SA 3.0 · source
Kmtextor, CC BY-SA 4.0 · source

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