Rosmarinus officinalis 'Miss Jessopp's Upright'
rosemary ( syn. Salvia rosmarinus Miss Jessopp's Upright )
- Position: Full sun
- Soil: Moderately fertile, moist but well-drained soil
- Rate of growth: Average
- Flowering period: May to June
- Hardiness: Frost hardy (will need winter protection)
This vigorous, upright rosemary produces spikes of purple-blue flowers, from mid-spring to early summer, so it's ideal for adding colour and vertical interest to the sunny border or herb garden. It's for the aromatic, needle-like foliage however that this plant is most often sought after, because these can be used to add flavour to roasted vegetables and meats.
To ensure a plentiful supply of young, succulent leaves, snip the leaves regularly.
- Humans: Skin allergen