Rosea rosemary
Salvia rosmarinus 'Rosea'
RHS AGM 2021
USDA zones8 to 10
SunNeeds full sun (6+ hours)
WaterHandles dry to moist soil
- Growth rate
- Moderate
- Habit
- Arching
- Bloom season
- Spring, summer, autumn, winter
- Soil types
- Loam
Garden uses
Attracts
Notes
'Rosea' rosemary (Salvia rosmarinus 'Rosea') is an herb for borders, containers, rock gardens, and xeriscape. It is hardy to USDA zone 8, or down to 10°F (-12°C). This plant likes full sun and dry to moist, loamy soil. It is not a favorite of deer, though hungry deer will eat almost anything. The arching evergreen stems are fragrant and tolerate drought and salt. Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds visit the flowers.
Pairs well with Hidcote lavender, Thyme, and Kent Beauty oregano.