Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Prostratus’ Trailing Rosemary

Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Prostratus’
Common Name: Trailing Rosemary

� Botanical Data

• Family: Lamiaceae (Mint family)

• Type: Evergreen perennial shrub

• Growth Habit: Low-growing, prostrate, spreading/trailing

• Mature Size: 1–2 ft tall, 4–8 ft wide

• USDA Zones: 8–10 (can tolerate 7 with protection)

✨ Key Characteristics

• Foliage: Aromatic, needle-like, dark green leaves with silvery undersides.

• Flowers: Small, pale blue to lavender blooms in spring and intermittently through summer.

• Fragrance: Strongly aromatic leaves used in cooking and herbal remedies.

• Growth Form: Cascading habit—ideal for hanging baskets, containers, or spilling over walls.

• Wildlife: Attracts bees, butterflies, and other pollinators.

� Care & Maintenance

• Sun Requirements: Full sun (at least 6–8 hrs/day).

• Soil: Well-drained, sandy or loamy soil; drought-tolerant once established.

• Watering: Moderate; allow soil to dry slightly between waterings. Avoid overwatering.

• Pruning: Light pruning helps maintain shape and encourages bushier growth.

• Hardiness: Not frost-tolerant; in cooler climates, grow in pots and overwinter indoors.

• Uses:

  • Culinary herb (flavoring meats, breads, oils).

  • Ornamental groundcover or trailing plant.

  • Erosion control on slopes.

  • Aromatic and medicinal uses.