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| Botanical Name: |
Rosmarinus officinalis
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| Sounds like: |
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| Common Name: |
Rosemary
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| Family Name: |
LAMIACEAE
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| Genus: |
Rosmarinus
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| species |
officinalis
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| Name Derivation |
G: Lat. dew of the sea; S: Lat. officinalis - sold in shop/apothecary, used medicinally
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| Growth Habit: |
Shrub
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| Dimensions: |
1.5-2m x 1.5-2.5m
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| Flower: |
Inflorescence an axillary raceme of 15-20 flowers; Flowers to 1cm, pale whitish lavender, heavily spotted with deep violet. August - October.
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| Climate: |
Plants thrive in well-drained, dry and only moderately fertile soils.
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| Fruit: |
Not seen
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| Propagation: |
Cuttings
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| Horticulture Use: |
An excellent small, dark green hedge. Used as a culinary herb. Planted in herb gardens, and scented gardens. Grown for their ease of culture.
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| Culture & Maintenance: |
Very hardy and easily maintained. Immediately after flowering, a light annual pruning is beneficial in maintaining a dense habit. Not prone to pests or diseases.
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| Foliage: |
Simple, opposite, linear to 3cm; green above, white, tomentose below; aromatic
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