Edibles – Herbs – Tuscan Blue Rosemary

Tuscan blue rosemary 

Botanical name: rosemarinus officinalis ‘tuscan blue’ 

Beginner friendly?: yes 

Average size at maturity: up to 6 ft in height with a spread of 2-4 ft 

Bloom time: spring, summer

Hardy zone: 8-11

Flower color: blue

Foliage color: green 

Growth rate: grows 1-2 ft per year 

Pruning instructions: lightly prune and harvest during the spring and summer months 

Propagation methods: propagate with cuttings in the spring and summer months 

Landscape use: culinary herb garden, container plant, hedge, privacy screen, entry ways, borders 

Special features: low maintenance, pet safe, culinary herb, attracts pollinators, salt tolerant, deer and rabbit resistant 

Light needs: at least 6 hours of sun per day 

Watering instructions: allow the top 1-2 inches of soil to dry out between watering sessions 

Fertilizing instructions : use a slow-release, balanced or low-nitrogen fertilizer once a year in the early spring as new growth begins to emerge 

Best time to plant: spring 

Best type of soil: sand or loam 

Companion plants: thyme, basil, lavender, marigold

Toxicity level: non-toxic to humans and pets 

Invasive species: no