Rosmarinus officialis ‘Prostratus’

Trailing Rosemary, Creeping Rosemary

OVERVIEW

Rosmarinus officialis ‘Prostratus’ lends itself as both an excellent low-growing shrub and groundcover. Like its counterpart, this creeping variety is excellent in communal spaces, and is a safe choice to use in public areas with children and pets. A natural deterrent for insects, trailing rosemary is a wonderful addition to a homeowner’s landscape to keep spiders, scorpions, and other pests at bay.

CHARACTERISTICS

Scientific name: Rosmarinus officialis ‘Prostratus’

Common Name: Trailing Rosemary, Creeping Rosemary

Family: Lamiaceae         

Suggested Uses: Communal spaces, container gardening, culinary

Height: 1 - 2ft

Foliage: Small, dark green fragrant leaves

Flower: Blue/white blossoms

Bloom Period: Winter

Type: Evergreen

Exposure: Full Sun

Water Use: Low

Soil: Well-draining, loamy or sandy soils

Zone: 7-11