Spice Island Rosemary, Rosemary 'Spice Island', Salvia rosmarinus 'Spice Island'
Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Spice Island’ (Rosemary) is a compact, upright evergreen shrub with very aromatic, dark green, short needle-like leaves and clusters of small blue, tubular flowers from summer through to fall. Easy to maintain and undemanding, Spice Island Rosemary is a great candidate for low hedges, herb gardens, and waterwise gardens. The leaves are good for cooking and can be used fresh or dried to flavor dishes.
| Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
8 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Herbs, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Rosmarinus |
| Common names | Rosemary |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Salt |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, City and Courtyard |
| Hardiness |
8 - 10 |
|---|---|
| Heat Zones |
8 - 12 |
| Climate Zones | 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24, H1, H2 |
| Plant Type | Herbs, Shrubs |
| Plant Family | Lamiaceae |
| Genus | Rosmarinus |
| Common names | Rosemary |
| Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
| Season of Interest |
Spring (Early, Mid, Late) Summer (Early, Mid, Late) Fall Winter |
| Height |
2' - 3' (60cm - 90cm) |
| Spread |
1' - 2' (30cm - 60cm) |
| Spacing | 24" (60cm) |
| Maintenance | Low |
| Water Needs | Low, Average |
| Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
| Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
| Soil Drainage | Well-Drained |
| Characteristics | Fragrant, Evergreen |
| Tolerance | Drought, Deer, Salt |
| Attracts | Bees, Butterflies |
| Garden Uses | Beds And Borders, Edging, Hedges And Screens, Patio And Containers |
| Garden Styles | Coastal Garden, Gravel and Rock Garden, Informal and Cottage, Mediterranean Garden, City and Courtyard |
How many Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Spice Island’ (Rosemary) do I need for my garden?
| Plant | Quantity | |
|---|---|---|
| Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Spice Island’ (Rosemary) | N/A | Buy Plants |
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