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Genus Rosmarinus (Rosemary)

Rosmarinus Rosmarinus officinalis 'Salem' Photo/Illustration: Steve Aitken
ross-mah-RYE-nus Common Name: Rosemary
Two species of evergreen shrubs from the Mediterranean region form the genus Rosmarinus. Both flowers and foliage are aromatic. The narrow leaves are used to make oils or as a cooking herb. The flowers are lipped and tubular and attract insects. Grow in an herb garden or border, or use as a hedge.
 Noteworthy characteristics: Aromatic foliage and flowers. Useful as a culinary herb.
 Care: Grow in full sun and well-drained soil of poor to moderate fertility.
 Propagation: Take semi-ripe cuttings in summer, or sow seed in a cold frame in spring.
 Problems: Aerial blight, bacterial leaf spots, root rots.

Species, varieties and cultivars for genus Rosmarinus

Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus' Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus'
(Creeping rosemary) Be the first to rate this plant
Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

A hardy, fast-growing evergreen shrub, creeping rosemary has a prostrate habit and attractive flowers and fragrance. Dark green leaves, to 2 inches long, are rich in aromatic oils and commonly used as a culinary herb. This plant is loved for its strong pinelike flavor and fragrance.
Rosmarinus officinalis 'Salem' Rosmarinus officinalis 'Salem'
(Rosemary) Be the first to rate this plant
Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11

This hardy, fast-growing evergreen shrub has an upright, rounded form and attractive flowers. Shiny green, needlelike leaves are aromatic. It bears small blue flowers in early spring and is loved for its strong, pinelike flavor and fragrance.