{"product_id":"rosemary-rosmarinus-tuscan-blue-cotswolds-grown-culinary-herbs","title":"Rosemary - Rosmarinus 'Tuscan Blue' - Cotswolds Grown Culinary Herbs","description":"\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAn aromatic, evergreen herb with upright stems and beautifully fragrant, needle-like foliage, Rosemary ‘Tuscan Blue’ is a wonderful addition to herb gardens, wildlife-friendly borders and sunny patios. This vigorous variety produces masses of pale blue flowers from late winter into spring, bringing colour and early nectar to the garden when little else is in bloom.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003eAs well as being highly ornamental, rosemary is a much-loved culinary herb. The strongly scented leaves can be harvested throughout the year and are perfect for adding flavour to roasted vegetables, breads, potatoes and Mediterranean dishes. Drought tolerant once established and easy to grow, it’s a fantastic choice for beginner and experienced gardeners alike.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eAnnual or Perennial:\u003c\/b\u003e Evergreen perennial shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eType:\u003c\/b\u003e Culinary herb, evergreen shrub\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eStyle:\u003c\/b\u003e Mediterranean, cottage garden, wildlife garden, kitchen garden, container planting\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eMonths of Interest:\u003c\/b\u003e January – December (flowers typically February – May)\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p2\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eScientific Name:\u003c\/b\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eSalvia rosmarinus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e ‘Tuscan Blue’ (formerly \u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eRosmarinus officinalis\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003cspan class=\"s2\"\u003e ‘Tuscan Blue’)\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eCommon Name:\u003c\/b\u003e Rosemary ‘Tuscan Blue’\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eOrigin:\u003c\/b\u003e Native to the Mediterranean region.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eLight:\u003c\/b\u003e Prefers a sunny, sheltered position and thrives in full sun.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWater:\u003c\/b\u003e Water regularly during its first growing season. Once established, rosemary is drought tolerant and only requires occasional watering during prolonged dry periods. Plants grown in containers may need watering more frequently.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSoil:\u003c\/b\u003e Best grown in free-draining soil. Add horticultural grit to heavier soils or use a peat-free compost mixed with grit when planting in containers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eFeed:\u003c\/b\u003e Generally requires very little feeding. A light application of a balanced fertiliser in spring is sufficient for container-grown plants.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003ePruning Tips:\u003c\/b\u003e Lightly trim after flowering to maintain a neat, bushy shape and prevent the plant from becoming woody. Avoid cutting back into old, leafless stems as rosemary does not always regenerate well from hard pruning.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eWildlife Value:\u003c\/b\u003e The nectar-rich flowers are highly attractive to bees and other early pollinators, making it an excellent plant for supporting garden wildlife.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eHardiness:\u003c\/b\u003e Fully hardy in most parts of the UK, tolerating temperatures down to approximately -10°C once established.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eSprouts Top Tip:\u003c\/b\u003e Plant near a doorway, path or seating area so you can enjoy the wonderful fragrance of the foliage whenever you brush past it.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp class=\"p1\"\u003e\u003cb\u003eDid You Know?\u003c\/b\u003e The name rosemary comes from the Latin \u003cspan class=\"s1\"\u003e\u003ci\u003eros marinus\u003c\/i\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e, meaning “dew of the sea”, as it naturally grows on sunny coastal hillsides around the Mediterranean.\u003c\/p\u003e","brand":"Sprouts of Bristol","offers":[{"title":"9cm","offer_id":44037180195069,"sku":"1712025141961","price":5.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false},{"title":"13cm","offer_id":44037180227837,"sku":"8923025141961","price":7.0,"currency_code":"GBP","in_stock":false}],"thumbnail_url":"\/\/cdn.shopify.com\/s\/files\/1\/0490\/2774\/3905\/files\/rosemary-rosmarinus-tuscan-blue-cotswolds-grown-culinary-herbs-sprouts-of-bristol-sprouts-of-bristol-6749595.jpg?v=1783088473","url":"https:\/\/sproutsofbristol.pro\/products\/rosemary-rosmarinus-tuscan-blue-cotswolds-grown-culinary-herbs","provider":"Sprouts of Bristol","version":"1.0","type":"link"}