Rosmarinus officinalis 'Santa Barbara'

Description:
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Santa Barbara' is a compact, prostrate form of rosemary known for its aromatic, needle-like foliage and trailing habit. This evergreen shrub features dark green leaves that release a classic rosemary scent, making it perfect for culinary use. In spring and summer, it produces clusters of small, pale blue to lavender flowers that attract bees and other pollinators. 'Santa Barbara' is an excellent ground cover for slopes, rock gardens, and borders, as well as cascading over walls or in large pots. It thrives in full sun, well-drained soil, and is highly drought-tolerant once established, making it a fantastic low-maintenance option for Melbourne gardens.

Form:

• Ground Cover
• Shrub - Clumping / Grass-like / Mounding

Mature Size:

• Height: 30–60cm
• Width: 1.5–2m

Aspect:

• Full Sun

Flowering:

• Flowers in Spring
• Flowers in Summer

Flower Colour:

• Pale Blue
• Lavender

Key Attributes:

• Suitable for Pots
• Edible Leaves (culinary herb)
• Bee Attracting
• Drought Tolerant
• Low Maintenance
• Aromatic Foliage
• Perennial
• Coastal Tolerant
• Suitable for Hedging (low)

Toxicity:

• Non-toxic to humans and pets

Companion Plants:

• Lavandula (Lavender)
• Salvia
• Thyme
• Oregano
• Dianella
• Correa

For more information and photos of this species, Warners Nursery has detailed information available to the public here