{"title":"Shrub Bog Rosemary","description":"\u003ch3 data-start=\"168\" data-end=\"194\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"172\" data-end=\"192\"\u003eGenus: Andromeda\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h3\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"342\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"195\" data-end=\"206\"\u003eFamily:\u003c\/strong\u003e Ericaceae (Heath Family)\u003cbr data-start=\"231\" data-end=\"234\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"234\" data-end=\"251\"\u003eCommon Names:\u003c\/strong\u003e Bog Rosemary, Andromeda\u003cbr data-start=\"275\" data-end=\"278\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"278\" data-end=\"295\"\u003eNative Range:\u003c\/strong\u003e Northeastern North America and parts of Asia\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"812\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"344\" data-end=\"360\"\u003eDescription:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"360\" data-end=\"363\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"363\" data-end=\"376\"\u003eAndromeda\u003c\/strong\u003e is a small genus of \u003cstrong data-start=\"397\" data-end=\"430\"\u003eevergreen, low-growing shrubs\u003c\/strong\u003e known for their slender, leathery, lance-shaped leaves and delicate, nodding bell-shaped flowers that bloom in early spring. The flowers are usually pale pink to white and have a subtle, pleasant fragrance. Andromeda species are typically found in \u003cstrong data-start=\"679\" data-end=\"741\"\u003epeaty, acidic wetlands, bogs, and moist coniferous forests\u003c\/strong\u003e, making them well suited to naturalistic, acid-loving garden settings.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"814\" data-end=\"964\"\u003eThe genus is valued for its \u003cstrong data-start=\"842\" data-end=\"878\"\u003egraceful form, evergreen foliage\u003c\/strong\u003e, and its ability to thrive in \u003cstrong data-start=\"909\" data-end=\"930\"\u003ewet, acidic soils\u003c\/strong\u003e where many other shrubs struggle.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"983\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"966\" data-end=\"981\"\u003eCare Notes:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"984\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"1072\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"986\" data-end=\"996\"\u003eLight:\u003c\/strong\u003e Prefers \u003cstrong data-start=\"1005\" data-end=\"1036\"\u003epartial shade to full shade\u003c\/strong\u003e; too much sun can scorch foliage.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1073\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1180\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1075\" data-end=\"1084\"\u003eSoil:\u003c\/strong\u003e Requires \u003cstrong data-start=\"1094\" data-end=\"1153\"\u003eacidic, moist, well-drained but consistently damp soils\u003c\/strong\u003e, rich in organic matter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1181\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1245\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1183\" data-end=\"1193\"\u003eWater:\u003c\/strong\u003e Needs \u003cstrong data-start=\"1200\" data-end=\"1220\"\u003eregular moisture\u003c\/strong\u003e; avoid drought stress.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1246\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1351\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1248\" data-end=\"1262\"\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/strong\u003e Hardy to \u003cstrong data-start=\"1272\" data-end=\"1285\"\u003eZones 3–7\u003c\/strong\u003e, suitable for cooler climates including much of Eastern Canada.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1352\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1455\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1354\" data-end=\"1370\"\u003eMaintenance:\u003c\/strong\u003e Low maintenance; prune after flowering to maintain shape and remove any dead growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1483\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1457\" data-end=\"1481\"\u003eInteresting Tidbits:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1484\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1486\" data-end=\"1599\"\u003eThe common name \"Bog Rosemary\" comes from its rosemary-like foliage, although it is unrelated to true rosemary.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1600\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1602\" data-end=\"1717\"\u003eAndromeda is deer-resistant and generally pest-free due to its tough, leathery leaves and mildly toxic compounds.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1718\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1720\" data-end=\"1821\"\u003eIt is an excellent choice for \u003cstrong data-start=\"1750\" data-end=\"1803\"\u003ewoodland gardens, bog gardens, and shaded borders\u003c\/strong\u003e with acid soil.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1822\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1824\" data-end=\"1912\"\u003eAll parts of the plant are \u003cstrong data-start=\"1851\" data-end=\"1872\"\u003etoxic if ingested\u003c\/strong\u003e, so keep away from pets and children.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1913\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1915\" data-end=\"1992\"\u003eIts early spring flowers are important for pollinators emerging after winter.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e","products":[],"url":"https:\/\/www.scottsnurseryonline.com\/collections\/bog-rosemary.oembed","provider":"Scott's Nursery Ltd. 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