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Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus'

Prostrate Rosemary

Plant photo of: Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus'
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Information by:         Photographer: Susan Frommer

 

Description

The 'Prostratus' grows to a height of 2-3' with a spread to 8'. Its flowers are pale, lavender-blue in color, and the leaves are needle-like with a dark, blue-green color. This plant makes a good ground cover, and its leaves can be used as seaso

 

Plant Type

Shrub, Ground cover, Herb

Height Range

1-3'

Width Range

n/a

Flower Color

Blue

Flower Season

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Leaf Color

Dark Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full

Water

Low, Extra in Summer

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Poor

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Attracts Bees

Design Styles

Mediterranean, Ranch, Seascape, Spanish

Accenting Features

Fragrance, Showy Flowers

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring, Summer, Fall

Location Uses

Foundation, Patio, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

Special Uses

Cascade, Container, Erosion Control, Fire Resistant

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Lawn watering more than 5 minutes usually results in runoff. Use multiple cycle starts.