Home Harvest™
Rosemary Officinalis 180MM
Rosemary ‘Officinalis’ – 180MM
(Not currently available to be ordered)
I am Rosemary. My family originated from the Mediterranean
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 and 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. |
Full Sun to Part Shade (4+ hours of direct sun) | |
Height: 1m Width: 1m (Can be kept trimmed to Height: 0.6m Width: 0.6m) |
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I need minimal water once established | |
Culinary herb | |
Suitable for coastal planting, I am happy in most soils but prefer soils that are well drained |
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 |
- Plant me:
- in pots and other containers
- in garden beds and general landscaping
- in fragrant and sensory gardens
- as a screening hedge
- in coastal conditions
Tips for success… |
Plant me near your fruits and vegetables to attract bees and beneficial insects for pollination | |
Plant me 60cm apart | |
100% Recyclable Pot and Label Most pots and labels made from 100% recycled polypropylene |
Plant family: Lamiaceae |
Other names: Salvia rosmarinus |
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The Home Harvest ™ Collection
Experience the abundance of nature right at your doorstep with our home harvest varieties that embodying the essence of freshness and flavour. Growing lemons, olives, blueberries, figs, bay leaves, curry leaves and rosemary in your own backyard not only provides a symphony of tastes but also reflects a commitment to sustainable living and a connection to the land.
Imagine plucking plump, sun-kissed lemons to add a zesty kick to your dishes or harvesting ripe olives to create your own flavourful olive oil. Blueberries and figs burst with antioxidants and are sweet and nutritious. Nothing beats fresh aromatic rosemary, bay and curry leaves to add depth and fragrance to your culinary creations.
Incorporating rosemary into your garden not only elevates your culinary endeavours but introduces a fragrant herb that has been cherished for centuries. This home harvest is not just about the fruits and herbs, it's a celebration of self-sufficiency, health, and a greener lifestyle. Embrace the joy of harvesting your own produce knowing that each bite is a testament to the values of freshness, sustainability, and the simple pleasures of a bountiful harvest right outside your door.