Rosmarinus 'September Blue'

How to grow Rosmarinus 'September Blue' in NZ

Rosmarinus 'September Blue' grows best in full sun with sharply drained soil. It thrives in coastal conditions, sandy soils, gravel gardens and warm exposed sites where moisture levels are low. Avoid clay or boggy ground to prevent root rot. Once established it handles drought, heat and salt exposure well, performing reliably across much of New Zealand with minimal input required.

Rosmarinus 'September Blue' care tips

Rosmarinus 'September Blue' is very low maintenance. Light pruning after flowering keeps the plant compact and prevents woodiness. Water only during long dry periods and avoid overwatering. A small spring feed can boost growth and flower production but is not essential. Trim lightly for kitchen use to encourage new stems and maintain dense foliage form.

Rosmarinus 'September Blue' size spacing and growth rate

Rosmarinus 'September Blue' typically grows 80 to 120 centimetres tall and 90 to 150 centimetres wide depending on growing conditions. Space plants 1 to 1.5 metres apart to allow natural shaping. Growth is moderate to fast in warm well drained conditions. Flowering begins as winter fades, providing valuable late season colour for bees and beneficial insects.

Landscaping uses for Rosmarinus 'September Blue'

Rosmarinus 'September Blue' suits coastal gardens, herb beds, Mediterranean plantings, sunny banks and retaining walls. Its soft blue flower colour pairs beautifully with lavender, olives, thyme, artemisia and grasses. Ideal as a fragrant hedge or standalone feature shrub where foliage can be brushed for scent release. Also excellent in dry, low care garden designs.

Why buy Rosmarinus 'September Blue' from The Plant Company?

The Plant Company is NZs most trusted plant nursery supplying strong Rosmarinus 'September Blue' grown for fragrance, flowering performance and landscape toughness. Each plant is professionally packed and delivered nationwide with simple establishment guidance. Expect culinary quality foliage, long seasonal flowering and excellent drought tolerance. For a reliable and aromatic blue flowering rosemary choose Rosmarinus 'September Blue' from The Plant Company.