Rosemary 140MM

Rosmarinus officinalis

I am Rosemary. My family originated from the Mediterranean.

Habit Shrub - Scented foliage

Plant family Lamiaceae

I am a woody, perennial herb with highly fragrant evergreen needle-like leaves which are a key flavouring ingredient in many Mediterranean cuisines. I produce an abundance of blue flowers from late winter through to summer. Hardy I am a good choice for both hot and cool climates tolerating light frosts and dry conditions. I am associated with improved memory. Sprigs of me are often worn on Anzac and Remembrance days. I make a great low formal or informal hedge particularly beside pathways where my aroma will be appreciated.

I am popular and will make you happy because...

Fresh or dried my sprigs are a favoured ingredient to flavour Mediterranean vegetable and meat dishes

Plant me in borders, containers, garden beds and beside pathways so my scented foliage can be enjoyed

I have good form without trimming but respond well to pruning suiting me to formal hedges and topiary

Features

Ideal light: Full Sun to Part ShadeI thrive in full sun to part shade

Height: 1m Width: 1m(Can be kept trimmed to Height: 0.6m Width: 0.6m)(Size at point of sale approx. 40cm including pot)

Water needs: Low (once established)I need minimal water once established

Suitable for coastal planting, I am happy in most soils but prefer soils that are well drained

Frost tolerance: High

Plant features

Fruiting / edible Coastal tolerant Blue flowers Green foliage Flowers Jul-Dec

Council planting lists

On council planting lists

Listed in these councils' published plant lists.

Alexandrina Council
Nature strip planting list: Township Verges Planting Guide Source
Bega Valley Shire Council
Nature strip planting list: Plants endorsed for Bega Valley nature strips Source
Burwood Council
Recommended for landscape plans: Landscaping Code (2010): suggested plant list Source
Copper Coast Council
Recommended for landscape plans: Recommended landscape plant list (Landscaping Policy DEV003) Source
City of Greater Dandenong
Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape Plan Guidelines: recommended species (Small shrub, exotic (listed as Rosmarinus officinalis)) Source
Griffith City Council
Recommended for landscape plans: Biodiversity and waterwise plants list (BASIX) Source
Hume City Council
Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape guidelines: species list (Shrub) Source
City of Melbourne
Recommended for landscape plans: Urban Nature Planting Guide Source
Melton City Council
Recommended for landscape plans: Melton City Council plant list (March 2023), Melton plant list: plants for kindergartens and child care Source
Mitchell Shire Council
Recommended for landscape plans: Recommended Shrub Species List Source
Oberon Council
Recommended for landscape plans: Trees and shrubs for the Oberon Council area Source
City of Prospect
Nature strip planting list: Verge Improvement Rebate Program approved planting list Source
City of Stonnington
Recommended for landscape plans: Sustainable plant list: low water users (Sustainable Gardening booklet) (Small Shrub) Source
City of Victor Harbor
Nature strip planting list: A greening guide for your nature strip Source
Wagga Wagga City Council
Recommended for landscape plans: Landscape guidelines: recommended plant species Source

From each council's website, checked 27 Oct 2026. Councils update their lists from time to time, so check the source before planting on council land or for a planning permit. Find your council's lists

Plant me:

In garden beds and general landscaping
In pots and other containers
As a hedge or screening plant

Tips for success

Plant me near your fruits and vegetables to attract bees and beneficial insects for pollination

Suggested spacing: 0.6m apart.

Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun)

Once established, check soil moisture and water during extended dry periods.

Enjoy the fragrant foliage or flowers.

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