The arching stems of this new rosemary look great when allowed to cascade over the edges of a pot or retaining wall, particularly in late spring and early summer, when they are studded with their larger than average violet-blue flowers. It's a good-looking plant, but it's also very practical as the foliage can be used in the kitchen, while the flowers will help sustain bees and other pollinators.
How to care for Rosmarinus officinalis Blue Cascade ('Lowros3') (PBR):
To ensure a plentiful supply of young, succulent leaves for culinary use, gather the leaves regularly and prune each spring.
Flowering period:
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Eventual height:
0.4m
Eventual spread:
0.6m
Soil:
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness:
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
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Humans: Skin allergen