Aromatic evergreen herb with tiny blue flowers loved by early bees. Needs excellent drainage.
Quick Reference
- Bloom Season
- Mar to May
- USDA Zones
- 8-10
- Sun
- Full Sun
- Water
- Low - drought tolerant
- Mature Height
- 2-4'
- Bloom Colors
- BlueLavender
✿ Pollinator Friendly❋ Fragrant△ Deer Resistant▢ Container Friendly
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About This Name
Salvia rosmarinus is the scientific name used by botanists, nurseries, and seed catalogs to identify Rosemary unambiguously. The genus Salvia places it within a specific plant family, and using the botanical name avoids the confusion that comes with regional common names. If you're shopping for Rosemary, looking up plant care details, or comparing varieties, searching by Salvia rosmarinus will give you the most precise results.