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Position

Sun exposure:
Full sun
Aspect:
South facing, west facing
Position in border:
Front, middle

Soil

Chalky / Alkaline / Well Drained / Light / Sandy

Grown for its aromatic evergreen leaves and unusual flowers, rosemary is regarded as an essential culinary and medicinal herb, with an invigorating flavour. It makes a handsome specimen plant in any garden, especially when covered with flowers that attract bees and butterflies. It's also a welcome addition to any herb garden.

Rosmarinus offinalis 'Prostratus' is a useful, low growing rosemary, which is less susceptible to wind damage than taller plants. It is also ideal for growing in pots and containers. Grow in well-drained soil in full sun. To keep plants in shape, trim after flowering.

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Rosmarinus ‘Prostratus’ and wildlife

Rosmarinus ‘Prostratus’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.

Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/​Moths
Butterflies/​Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators

Is Rosmarinus ‘Prostratus’ poisonous?

Rosmarinus ‘Prostratus’ has no toxic effects reported.

No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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