Usually available: All year

Life cycle: Perennial
Height: 1.5 - 2m
Position: Full sun
Soil preference: Well drained

This is how we pack and send your Herb Plants to all states except TAS & WA

You will receive
- 1 Tuscan Blue Rosemary Herb Plant in a 50 X 75mm tube - General growing instructions

All of our Herb Plants are grown organically with certified organic potting mixes and fertilizers

Botanical Name: Rosmarinus officinalis

Rosemary “Tuscan Blue’ is a large variety and may reach 1.5 – 2 meters high and 80cm to 1 meter wide. It has quite a tall and stately appearance, with thick stems supporting the upright growth habit. The aromatic leaves take on an almost succulent appearance with their glossy, deep green colour and greater breadth. The clear deep blue flowers are comparatively large, held on tall stalks and bloom from late summer to autumn. This rosemary is larger than others in every aspect and quite impressive.

The best climate range is from the cool temperate regions to the sub- tropics. Rosemary ‘Tuscan Blue’ will do well in full sun to part shade, tolerate coastal conditions and drought and some frost. The foliage is aromatic with a lemon twist and pine scent, while the taste is restrained and less harsh than others. It is a chef’s favourite and considered a ‘jack of all trades’ that is great for many purposes.

Rosemary General

Rosemary is an evergreen, woody shrub native to the Mediterranean region of Europe. It belongs to the Lamiaceae or mint family, with the botanical name Rosmarinus officinalis. This name is from the Latin words ‘ros’ meaning dew and ‘marinus’ from the word for sea. Together they refer to the ‘dew of the sea’, because these plants grow in near coastal areas. There are many varieties, distinguished by being upright or prostrate, ranging in size from low ground covers to large shrubs reaching 1.5-2 meters high. The leaves are small and often needle like, ranging from green to grey-green with a pine like aroma produced by the essential oils in the foliage. The small flowers are bee attractants and range from pale pink, purple, white, and include a range of distinctive blues. They usually bloom from early spring to summer, sometimes with a new flush in autumn.

Rosemary is a hardy plant that needs little attention once established. Soil should be well drained and slightly alkaline, the aspect should have full sun or partial shade and plants require occasional watering. Rosemary is tolerant of dry periods, coastal conditions, poor soil, hot and windy aspects and even has moderate frost tolerance. Humid conditions, wet soil or excessive frost will cause problems for the roots and foliage. Plants may be pruned to shape, with larger varieties being suitable for hedging. Propagation from cuttings is easy for most home gardeners.

Most people know rosemary as a culinary herb, especially in Italian cuisine. However, this herb also has a history of medicinal use, including being reputed to improve memory. Of course, many gardeners grow Rosemary ornamentally or just for the lovely fragrance it imparts to the garden.

For more information on history, growth conditions, culinary and medicinal use please see our Common Rosemary listing.

All information provided on this website is for informational purposes only. Please seek professional advice before commencing any treatment.