USDA: 8a - 11 RHS: H - FT EGF: H4 - G2 Australia: 2 - 5
Care Level
low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height
10 - 30 cm (4 - 12 in)
Spread
0.6 - 1.8 m (2 - 6 ft)
Light
full sun
Soil Moisture
low, well-drained
Soil Type
clay to sandy
Soil pH
acidic to alkaline
Description
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus' (prostrate rosemary) bears showy, faded fuchsia and fragrant flowers during early spring to mid spring. This shrub is spreading in form and has greyish green foliage that is showy, matte, fine textured, evergreen and fragrant. The bark is exfoliating in texture and fragrant. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning shrub which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses
Accent, alpine or rock garden, border, container, culinary, edging, ground cover, hanging basket, hedge, specimen, topiary and vegetable garden.
Special Characteristics
This shrub attracts butterflies to your garden. Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus' tolerates drought and salt, and is noted for being naturally resistant to rabbits.
