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Rosmarinus Prostratus 9 Litre Pot

Rosmarinus prostratus, commonly known as trailing rosemary, is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub that offers both ornamental beauty and culinary value. With its fragrant, needle-like foliage and bright blue flowers,

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Rosmarinus prostratus – A Sprawling, Fragrant Groundcover Rosemary

Rosmarinus prostratus, commonly known as trailing rosemary, is a low-growing, spreading evergreen shrub that offers both ornamental beauty and culinary value. With its fragrant, needle-like foliage and bright blue flowers, this variety of rosemary is perfect for ground cover, hanging baskets, containers, or cascading over walls and fences. Its aromatic leaves and easy-care nature make it a favorite for gardeners looking to add a fragrant, hardy plant with year-round interest.

Why Grow Rosmarinus prostratus?

  • Spreading, Groundcover Growth – Its trailing, sprawling habit makes it ideal for filling in ground spaces, creating a lush carpet of fragrant foliage.
  • Fragrant, Needle-Like Foliage – The aromatic leaves provide a pleasant scent and are useful in cooking, adding flavor to a variety of dishes.
  • Bright Blue Flowers – In spring, this rosemary produces clusters of vibrant blue flowers, which attract pollinators like bees and butterflies.
  • Low Maintenance & Hardy – Thrives in a variety of conditions with minimal care, making it an easy-to-grow choice for gardeners of all levels.

Height of Plant Rosmarinus prostratus grows to a height of around 30 cm but spreads up to 1.5 meters wide, making it a fantastic groundcover or cascading plant for containers, hanging baskets, and garden borders.

Where to Site Your Rosmarinus prostratus This hardy, evergreen shrub thrives in full sun and well-drained soil. It’s perfect for:

  • Ground cover in sunny garden beds
  • Cascading over walls, fences, or hanging baskets
  • Containers and patio displays
  • Herb gardens and culinary plantings

How to Grow and Care for Your Rosmarinus prostratus

  • Soil – Prefers well-drained, slightly alkaline to neutral soil. It tolerates poor soil but dislikes waterlogged conditions.
  • Light – Best in full sun, where it will produce the most fragrance and flowers.
  • Watering – Once established, it is drought-tolerant and requires little watering. During dry spells, water deeply but avoid overwatering.
  • Maintenance:
    • Pruning – Light pruning after flowering helps maintain its shape and encourages new growth. Cut back any woody growth or leggy stems to keep it dense and compact.
    • Mulching – Apply a layer of mulch to retain moisture and prevent weeds, but ensure the soil drains well.
    • Pest & Disease Resistance – Generally resistant to pests and diseases, making it a low-maintenance plant.

Cold Hardy – Tolerates cooler climates, retaining its evergreen foliage and fragrant aroma even through the winter months.

Perfect Plant Combinations Rosmarinus prostratus pairs beautifully with other Mediterranean plants, such as lavender, thyme, and sage. Its trailing habit makes it perfect for spilling over the edges of raised beds or containers, and its fragrant foliage complements other aromatic herbs in the garden. It also looks great alongside vibrant flowers like geraniums or petunias, where it provides a lovely green backdrop and a burst of blue during the flowering season.

With its cascading form, fragrant leaves, and vibrant blue flowers, Rosmarinus prostratus is an excellent choice for gardeners looking for a low-maintenance, aromatic addition to their landscape. Whether used as a groundcover, in containers, or as a decorative cascading plant, trailing rosemary brings both beauty and practicality to your garden, offering year-round fragrance and charm.

Rosmarinus Prostratus 9 Litre Pot Grasslands Nursery

Does the height include the pot?

No, we measure from the top of the pot to the tip of the plant except for some of the instant planted screens, in this case it will be stated in the description

How long does delivery take?

Most orders are delivered in just a few days, Smaller items are often sent with Parcelforce on a next day service, Larger items should allow up to 10 days due to the size of the items they often have to be sent on our own transport.

Where will you leave my plants?

We will leave your order at the front of your property, Parcelforce may
leave your items in a safe place if you let us know, Pallet couriers
will require a flat hard surface to deliver to, no gravel or soil, a
driveway or parking spot would be best. Most importantly Deliveries by
pallet courier will require access for a large truck (bin lorry sized)
to get near the delivery point. Deliveries sent on our own transport may come in a small van or larger truck.

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