Rosemary Officianalis Prostratus Patio Tree - Hardy Evergreen Plants with Weeping Foliage - Culinary Herb That Attracts Bees & Butterflies - Live Plant in Pot for Gardens & Patios (3L Pot, 50-80cm)

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• Creeping Rosemary (Rosmarinus officinalis 'Prostratus Group') is gorgeous when trained as a woody-stemmed patio tree. The key feature of this evergreen variety is its highly aromatic, needle-like foliage, which creates a weeping, cascading canopy from the top of a clear, woody stem. Throughout spring and summer, small clusters of delicate, pale blue flowers appear, which are a particular favourite of bees. Aside from the profuse, scented foliage, this unique structure provides year-round interest.
• The genus of this plant is Rosmarinus, though it has recently been reclassified into the larger Salvia genus. The parent species, Rosmarinus officinalis, is a classic aromatic herb native to the rocky, sun-drenched hillsides of the Mediterranean region. Famed for its intensely fragrant oils used in cooking and aromatherapy, this plant is valued as much for its scent and flavour as for its ornamental appearance.
• As a patio tree, the 'Prostratus' variety is particularly stunning, with its evergreen, needle-like leaves forming a weeping canopy that cascades gracefully downwards. Throughout spring and often again in late summer, this canopy is dotted with small clusters of delicate, pale blue flowers. These nectar-rich blooms are a powerful magnet for bees. This weeping display of scented foliage and flowers is held aloft on a single, clear, woody stem, creating a unique and elegant 'lollipop' shape.
• As a Mediterranean native, this plant requires the sunniest, most sheltered spot you have. For soil, exceptionally sharp drainage is more important than richness. In a container, use a gritty, open compost mix to prevent waterlogging. Water needs are seasonal: water regularly in summer, allowing the compost to dry between waterings. In winter, reduce watering dramatically, keeping the compost on the dry side to protect the roots from cold and rot.
• To maintain the neat, weeping shape of your Rosemary tree, a light annual prune is beneficial, but the method is very different from deciduous shrubs and it should never be cut back hard. The ideal time for this is immediately after its main flush of flowering has finished in late spring or early summer. The method involves simply trimming back the fresh, green shoots by a few inches to encourage bushiness and maintain the desired shape of the canopy. It is essential to avoid cutting back into the old, woody stems, as these may not regrow.