Plants in genus rosmarinus
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Chef's Choice'
This plant has a compact controlled mounding growth habit with higher oil content, producing petite violet-blue flowers in spring, and is drought, heat, and salt-tolerant, thriving in full sun and rich, well-drained soil.
Rosmarinus officinalis
Rosmarinus officinalis, commonly known as rosemary, is a fragrant herb used in cooking. It is an edible houseplant with a compact size, making it ideal for kitchens and windowsills.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Tuscan Blue'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Tuscan Blue' is an evergreen perennial shrub known for its clusters of showy blue flowers that attract pollinators like bees and butterflies. The flowers are edible and slightly sweet, adding a culinary twist. This plant is salt, heat, and drought tolerant, making it ideal for various climates. It grows up to 6 feet tall and 2-4 feet wide, preferring full sun and well-draining soil. Pruning in early spring encourages new growth, and it is deer resistant.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Arp'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Arp' is a hardy rosemary variety discovered in Arp, Texas, known for its ability to survive temperatures as low as -10°F. It features grey-green, fine-textured foliage and dark blue flowers, growing up to 7 feet tall and 10 feet wide. This fragrant, deer-resistant plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Hill Hardy'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Hill Hardy' is an extremely hardy rosemary variety with fragrant foliage and blue flowers from fall into late winter. It has survived in parts of zone 6, making it a resilient choice for colder climates.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Renzels'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Renzels' is a prostrate rosemary variety that forms a 6-foot wide evergreen mound in three years. It produces small light blue-lavender flowers starting in mid-August and is winter hardy. This plant is ideal for groundcover or as a fragrant addition to herb gardens, offering both culinary and ornamental value.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Furneaux Hardy'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Furneaux Hardy' is an upright, hardy rosemary variety introduced by North Haven Gardens in Texas. Named for Lane Furneaux, it forms a 4-foot wide clump and produces blue flowers in winter. This plant is well-suited for sunny locations and is resistant to rabbits.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Athens Blue Spires'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Athens Blue Spires' is a vigorous rosemary variety with excellent branching and an upright growth habit. It features small needle-like leaves on woody stems and can reach heights of 5 to 6 feet. This plant blooms with light blue flowers from December through April, adding a splash of color to winter gardens. Known for its cold hardiness, it thrives in sunny locations and is a staple in Mediterranean-style gardens.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Bbq'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Bbq' is an upright growing woody perennial herb known for its fragrant needle-like foliage and sky-blue flowers. It is pollinator-friendly and has culinary uses, thriving in full sun and well-drained soils. This herb is hardy in USDA zones 8-10 and adds both beauty and utility to gardens.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Salem'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Salem' is an upright-growing herb with light blue flowers in winter and early spring. It forms a hardy 4-foot wide clump and is known for its aromatic foliage. This plant is a versatile addition to herb gardens.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Blanquita'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Blanquita', discovered by Scott Ogden, is a rosemary variety grown in San Antonio, Texas. It features white flowers in winter and early spring, forming clumps up to 30 inches tall and 6 feet wide. This plant is well-suited for sunny, Mediterranean-style gardens.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus'
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus' is a low-growing, woody herb with scented needles and aromatic oils. It produces blue flowers in spring and is used as a culinary herb, both fresh and dried. This plant is heat and drought tolerant once established and spreads quickly, making it an excellent ground cover.