Rosmarinus officinalis Prostratus - Creeping Rosemary, Trailing Rosemary
- Mature size: 30-50cm tall x 1–2m wide
- Recommended spacing: 30-50cm apart.
- Ideal growing conditions: Full Sun - Part shade.
- Growth rate: Moderate.
Uses
Pot/container plant, hanging basket, patio/verandah plant, Mediterranean garden, rockeries, ground cover, garden filler, mass plantings, coastal gardens, retaining wall.
Noteworthy
Hardy evergreen, low maintenance, attractive aromatic foliage, flowers attracts birds and pollinators.
Tolerant
Pruning, coastal conditions, humidity, heat, wind, drought once established, adaptable to a range of well-drained soil types.
Colour/Growth form
Low-growing evergreen herb with aromatic, needle-like green foliage and small mauve-blue flowers. Forms a spreading, weeping/cascading habit that creates a dense groundcover or spills attractively over walls and containers.
What is Creeping Rosemary?
Rosmarinus officinalis ‘Prostratus’, commonly known as Creeping Rosemary, is a trailing evergreen herb valued for its aromatic foliage and spreading growth habit. Unlike upright rosemary varieties, it develops long cascading stems that spread across the ground or drape over edges, making it ideal for groundcover plantings, rockeries and retaining walls.
How to care for Creeping Rosemary
Plant in a sunny to partly shaded position in well-drained soil. Water regularly during the establishment period to encourage strong root development, but avoid overwatering as it prefers drier conditions. Prune lightly after flowering to maintain a neat shape and apply a slow-release fertiliser in the warmer months to encourage lush growth.
