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Rosmarinus 'Mozart'

Rosmarinus 'Mozart' is a highly aromatic rosemary variety admired for its compact growth habit and striking blue mauve flowers that appear throughout much of the year in New Zealand gardens. Its fine textured foliage releases strong culinary fragrance when touched, making it popular for cooking, edging and Mediterranean landscapes. Hardy, drought tolerant and easy to grow, this variety thrives in sun drenched free draining soils and offers both ornamental and edible value.

Rosmarinus officinalis 'Mozart' shrubs in a border garden covered in blue flowers.
The average plant height is 30 cm
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Suited to regions:All regions
Plant type:Shrubs
Height:1.00 m
Spread:1.50 m
Flowering time:Spring, Winter
Tolerances:Coastal, Hardy
Garden uses:Borders, Containers, Culinary, Hedging, Living areas, Paths & Steps, Pool areas
Garden styles:Alpine, Backyard, City & Courtyard, Coastal, Formal, Frontyard, Japanese, Mediterranean, Modern, Rock
Easy to grow?Yes
Maintenance requirementsLow
Growth rateMedium
Also known as
Sku12465

How to grow Rosmarinus 'Mozart' in NZ

Rosmarinus 'Mozart' grows best in full sun with sharply drained soil. It thrives on slopes, in coastal gardens and in gravel or sandy soils where many other herbs struggle. Avoid heavy clay or boggy ground to prevent root rot. Once established it tolerates heat, salt air and drought extremely well, making it ideal for sunny exposed New Zealand sites. Plant where air circulation is good and prune lightly to maintain shape.

Rosmarinus 'Mozart' care tips

Rosmarinus 'Mozart' requires minimal care beyond occasional pruning. Trim after flowering to keep plants compact and prevent woodiness. Water occasionally during long dry periods but avoid overwatering. A light feed in spring improves vigour and flower production. Remove older stems as needed to encourage new growth. With very little attention it remains dense fragrant and floriferous year after year.

Rosmarinus 'Mozart' size spacing and growth rate

Rosmarinus 'Mozart' typically grows 60 to 100 centimetres tall and 70 to 120 centimetres wide depending on location. Space plants 80 to 120 centimetres apart to allow natural shaping and airflow. Growth is moderate to fast in sunny well drained conditions. Flowers appear for extended periods, providing colour for much of the year and excellent nectar resource for bees.

Landscaping uses for Rosmarinus 'Mozart'

Rosmarinus 'Mozart' suits coastal gardens, herb beds, Mediterranean planting, borders, retaining wall tops and sunny courtyard pots. Its blue toned blooms pair well with olives, lavenders, artemisia, thyme and dry tolerant grasses. Plant as a fragrant hedge or use individually as a feature shrub near paths where foliage can be brushed for scent release.

Why buy Rosmarinus 'Mozart' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery supplying premium Rosmarinus 'Mozart' with strong roots and excellent garden durability. Each plant is securely packed and shipped nationwide with simple establishment guidance. Expect powerful fragrance, long flowering and reliable drought tolerance. For a decorative culinary rosemary that thrives in New Zealand choose Rosmarinus 'Mozart' from The Plant Company.

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