rosemary Salvia rosmarinus Blue Cascade ('Lowros') (PBR)
rosemary ( syn. Rosmarinus officinalis Blue Cascade)
The arching stems of this new rosemary look great when allowed to cascade over the edges of a pot or retaining wall,...
2 litre pot
£21.99
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Plant description
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.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
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Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Borderline hardy (will need protection in winter in colder areas)
How to care for Salvia rosmarinus Blue Cascade ('Lowros3') (PBR):
To ensure a plentiful supply of young, succulent leaves for culinary use, gather the leaves regularly and prune each spring.
Warning
Humans: Skin allergen
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