Rosmarinus officinalis

Common Name: Rosemary

Description:
Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly known as Rosemary, is a hardy, aromatic, evergreen shrub widely grown for its culinary, medicinal, and ornamental uses. It features needle-like, deep green leaves with a silvery underside and produces clusters of small, pale blue to violet flowers from winter through spring. Rosemary thrives in Melbourne’s climate, preferring full sun and well-drained soil, making it highly drought-tolerant once established. Its strong fragrance repels certain pests while attracting bees and beneficial insects. Rosemary is perfect for herb gardens, hedging, topiary, and container planting, offering year-round greenery and a delightful scent. Regular pruning encourages dense growth and prolonged flowering.

Form:

• Shrub - Medium
• Suitable for Hedging

Mature Size:

• Height: 1.5m
• Width: 1m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Winter
• Flowers in Spring

Flower Colour:

• Pale Blue
• Violet

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Edible Leaves
• Bee Attracting
• Perennial
• Suitable for Hedging
• Drought Tolerant
• Suitable for Topiary
• Aromatic Foliage

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans
• Can be toxic to pets in large quantities

Companion Plants:

• Lavender (Lavandula spp.)
• Thyme (Thymus spp.)
• Oregano (Origanum spp.)
• Sage (Salvia officinalis)
• Olive Trees (Olea europaea)