ROSMARINUS officinalis Prostratus - Description

Potted Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus'
Common Name: Prostrate Rosemary
Other Names: Creeping Rosemary
Indoors or Outdoor: Suitable for outdoor planting
Size: Grows to a mature height of approximately 30-60 centimeters with a spreading habit.

ROSMARINUS officinalis Prostratus - Delivery

Delivery Info: Your healthy ROSMARINUS officinalis Prostratus plant will be carefully packaged and shipped directly to your doorstep, ready for planting.

ROSMARINUS officinalis Prostratus - Characteristics

Mature Size: Typically reaches a height of 30-60 cm with a spreading habit, making it an excellent ground cover.
Evergreen or Deciduous: Evergreen, providing year-round foliage and fragrance.
Preferred Position: Full sun to partial shade.
Shape - Plant Characteristics: Prostrate Rosemary has trailing, aromatic, needle-like leaves and produces small, pale blue flowers in spring and early summer.
Hardy or Not Hardy: Generally hardy in most regions.
Diseases: Resistant to most common Rosemary diseases.

ROSMARINUS officinalis Prostratus - Uses

Uses in Garden: Ideal as a ground cover, in rock gardens, or as a trailing plant in containers. Its aromatic foliage and low-growing habit make it a versatile addition to any garden.

ROSMARINUS officinalis Prostratus - Planting Characteristics

Preferred Planting Aspect: Full sun to partial shade.
Frost Hardy: Generally frost hardy in Irish climates.
Fast or Slow Growing: Moderately fast-growing.
Pruning Advice: Prune to maintain shape and remove dead or woody growth.

ROSMARINUS officinalis Prostratus - Planting Instructions in an Irish Climate

Sowing Time: Plant in spring or early autumn.
Instruction: Plant in well-drained, slightly alkaline to neutral soil. Dig a hole slightly larger than the root ball, place the plant, backfill with soil, and water thoroughly.
Trench Preparation: Not required for this low-growing variety.
Positioning of Plants: Plant in a sunny to partly shaded location.
Plant Spacing: Space plants approximately 30-45 cm apart.
Pruning: Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a compact form and encourage new growth.

Facts About Product: ROSMARINUS officinalis Prostratus, or Prostrate Rosemary, is a delightful ground cover plant that adds fragrance and beauty to your garden. Its trailing habit, aromatic leaves, and resilience in Irish climates make it a valuable addition to your outdoor space.

Enhance your garden's charm and aroma with the versatile ROSMARINUS officinalis Prostratus. Whether used as a ground cover, in rock gardens, or in containers, this evergreen beauty will thrive in your Irish garden. Order now and enjoy the benefits of this lovely and useful herb.