Rosmarinus officinalis 'Santa Barbara'
A vigorous, evergreen ground cover, Santa Barbara has dark green needle like leaves and light blue flowers that adorn the plant, late winter to mid spring. While the flowers draw in the bees and other beneficial bugs, you can enjoy the fragrant leaves in your cooking.
Cultural
Rosemary can tolerate partial shade but performs better in full sun. Frost tolerant once established and suitable for coastal conditions. Doesnât respond well to humidity and poor air circulation.
Soil:
Tolerates any well drained soil, suitable for poor soils.
Aspect:
Full sun.
Maintenance:
Prune lightly after flowering to maintain size and shape and to remove any dead stems. Rosemary has low-nutrient requirements but, if plants lack vigour apply a slow-release fertiliser in spring.
Water Requirements:
Drought tolerant once established. Will not tolerate wet soil.
Seasonal Interest:
Spring to summer flowering, year round foliage interest.
Landscape Uses
Excellent for mass planting in large garden beds, cascading over retaining walls, as a low border along a path or underplant in your large pots. Santa Barabara is a versatile plant which will enhance your garden design while also being a functional edible.
Dimensions
Height to 30cm
Width to 2m
Width to 2m