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Rosmarinus Lockwood de Forest

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Rosmarinus Lockwood de Forest is a creeping or prostrate variety of Rosemary that features petite, blue flowers through winter and spring. These are produced amidst the lush, dark green leaves. This evergreen typically grows to 30 cm tall and 1 m wide, and grows best when planted in full sun or partial shade on a well-drained site. Rosmarinus Lockwood de Forest is a versatile plant that is ideal for using as a ground covering plant on a bank or the like, using to trail over a wall, or for planting around outdoor living areas such as pools.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 1.00 m
Flowering time: Spring, Winter
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Culinary, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern

Rosmarinus prostratus

5 from 3 customers

Rosmarinus prostratus (Rosmarinus prostrato), commonly known as Creeping Rosemary or Prostrate Rosemary, features petite, blue-purple flowers through winter and spring. These are produced amidst the lush, dark green leaves and dense stems. This evergreen typically grows to 30 cm tall and 75 cm wide with a spreading or creeping growth habit. Rosmarinus prostratus is a versatile plant that is commonly used as a ground covering plant on a bank, planted to trail over a wall, or grown around outdoor living areas such as pools. It is often used in Mediterranean and cottage gardens with the added advantage of providing a wonderful herb for cooking and garnishes.

Suited to regions: All regions
Plant type: Groundcover Plants
Height: 30 cm
Spread: 75 cm
Flowering time: Spring
Tolerances: Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses: Banks, Borders, Containers, Culinary, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles: Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Cottage, Frontyard, Japanese, Modern
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