Varieties of Rosemary Plants

Pink Rosemary

• Pink rosemary stands out among rosemary varieties because of its fragrant pink flowers that bloom in the fall and spring. This plant has grayish-green needle-like foliage. Pink rosemary thrives in well-drained sandy soil and full sunshine. Plant this herb along your walkway or include it in your backyard garden. This herb can grow up to 5 feet tall.

Creeping Rosemary

• The creeping rosemary plant grows in vines that spread across the ground. This plant can cover several feet of ground within a few months. Plant your creeping rosemary in hanging pots or in large pots directly on the ground. If you are looking for ground cover, plant creeping rosemary directly in your garden.

White Rosemary

• White rosemary displays white flowers in winter and late spring. This plant really stands out in a landscape, with the white flowers covering up most of the green foliage. This plant enjoys full sun and attracts bees and other insects. White rosemary can grow up to 4 feet tall. Plant white rosemary in sandy, well-drained soil.

Blue Boy Rosemary

• Blue Boy rosemary grows very slowly, reaching a height of only 1 foot on average. You can use this type of rosemary for cooking, but keep in mind that the plant will need time to grow back and recover. Plant a different variety if you plan to use rosemary often. Other species grow much more quickly. This plant produces pale blue flowers in the spring. Plant Blue Boy rosemary in your garden or in a pot.

Upright Rosemary

• Upright rosemary can grow up to 2 feet tall and 8 feet wide. As its name implies, this type of rosemary grows upright. It enjoys full sun. The foliage is greenish-blue and purplish-blue flowers bloom in the spring. Plant your upright rosemary in well-drained soil.