Arp Rosemary
Arp rosemary is winter hardy through Zone 6. The USDA introduction is a hardier rosemary than others and handsome with a bushy spruce-like appearance. Space 3' - 4' circle. In zone 6 Arp should be planted sheltered from winter winds. A sand mulch or planted near or next to large rocks in full sun helps rosemary through the coldest times in winter. Harvest rosemary year round. Especially good in French breads and potatoes dishes. Zones 6-8.
| Plant Characteristics | |
|---|---|
| Pest Resistance | Excellent |
| Disease Resistance | Excellent |
| Drought Tolerance | Excellent |
| Heat Tolerance | Excellent |
| Humidity Tolerance | Very Good |
| Sun Tolerance | Very Good |
| Wet Soil Tolerance | Poor |
| Shade Tolerance | Poor |
| No Spray | Excellent |
| Salt Tolerance | Poor |
| Fun for Kids | Poor |
| Deer Resistance | Very Good |
| Thorns | No |
| Plant Type | Shrub |
| Soil Type | Well Drained |
| Edible Type | Leaf |
| Self Fertile | Yes |
| this information is accurate to the best of our knowledge, comments/opinions are always welcome | |
Rosemary Care Guide
Rosmarinus officinalis, Mint family, Herbal flavor, Tender perennial shrub. Well-drained, evenly moist soil. Full sun to partial shade.
Grow rosemary in full sun or partial shade in alkaline, well-drained, evenly moist soil.
Rosemary is native to the rocky coasts of France and Spain, but is now cultivated as a culinary herb throughout the world. It is an excellent plant to include in seaside gardens.
Rosemary is a tender perennial shrub that can grow three to six feet tall. Hardy only to zone 7-8, it is grown as an annual in many areas of the country. It is evergreen with needle like leaves. In warm climates it makes a very attractive low hedge.
The pale blue flowers (occasionally white-rose, pale lavender or dark blue) appear in mid to late spring, and sometimes again in summer. The flowers have a flavor reminiscent of the leaves, but much less pungent.
Rosemary is happily cultivated as a container plant. It can easily be trained as topiary, commonly in a tree form, a rounded form or a circular wreath form.
