Rosemary 'Prostratus'

Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Prostratus'

Common Names: Prostratus Rosemary, Trailing Rosemary

Exposure: Full sun

Height: Up to 12 inches (30 cm)

Width: Spreads up to 4 feet (120 cm)

Spacing: 12 inches (30 cm)

Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

Foliage: Aromatic, needle-like, gray-green leaves

Bloom Time: Spring to summer

Flower Colour: Blue

Uses: Culinary applications (e.g., flavouring meats, stews, and sauces), ornamental groundcover, erosion control

Plant Habit: Trailing, evergreen shrub

Water: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established

Maintenance: Low; regular pruning encourages bushier growth

Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 8–10

General Information: Salvia rosmarinus 'Prostratus', commonly known as Trailing Rosemary, is a low-growing, evergreen shrub valued for its aromatic foliage and versatility in garden design. This cultivar is particularly noted for its prostrate growth habit, making it ideal for use as a groundcover, in hanging baskets, or cascading over walls.