Monrovia Rosemary
Best aromatic evergreen for low-maintenance culinary gardens and structured landscaping.
This is the rare shrub that earns its keep in both the kitchen and the landscape. Its upright, architectural form makes for a stunning, fragrant hedge, though you will need to stay on top of regular pruning to keep that vertical structure looking sharp.
$12.27
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SiteOne Landscape Supply
Who it's for
- Home cooks seeking intense flavor for culinary creations
- Gardeners looking for fast-growing privacy screens or hedges
- Pollinator enthusiasts wanting early-season color in the landscape
Who should skip it
- Cold-climate residents without space for indoor winter storage
- Gardeners dealing with heavy, moisture-retaining clay soils
- Small-space gardeners with limited room for large shrubs
Performance breakdown
Culinary Versatility
Aromatic, needle-like foliage provides a robust flavor profile for home cooking.
Drought Tolerance
Thrives with minimal irrigation once established in waterwise garden landscapes.
Ornamental Appeal
Vibrant blue blooms and upright structure create striking visual garden interest.
Pest Resistance
Natural deer resistance protects your investment from common garden wildlife damage.
Growth Adaptability
Responds well to pruning, making it easy to shape or contain.
Pollinator Attraction
Profuse flowering habit actively supports local bee and butterfly populations.
Key Specs
Mature Height
6 feet
Mature Width
4 feet
Light Needs
Full Sun
Bloom Time
Spring through Summer
Growth Rate
Moderate
Hardiness Zone
USDA Zone 8
Foliage Color
Green
Plant Type
Evergreen Shrub
Soil Drainage
Well-drained
Water Needs
Low once established
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