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Products > Rosmarinus officinalis 'Ken Taylor'
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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae) (Mints) |
| Origin: Mediterranean (Europe) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Dark Blue |
| Bloomtime: Spring |
| Fragrant Flowers: Yes |
| Parentage: (R. 'Collingwood Ingram' sport) |
| Height: 2-4 feet |
| Width: 4-5 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Seaside: Yes |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Deer Tolerant: Yes |
| Irrigation (H2O Info): Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 15-20° F |
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Rosmarinus officinalis 'Ken Taylor' (Rosemary) - A sprawling shrub with arching branches that reach 3 feet long. The plant grows 1-2 feet tall and 4-5 feet wide. Very showy full bloom of dark blue flowers occurs in the spring. Plant in full sun. As with other Rosemary it is resistant to deer and rabbit predation, tolerant to salt spray, alkaline soils and drought. Hardy to 15°F. This is a very attractive rosemary for its flower display and interesting form A plant of this in bloom in our garden has always drawn comments from visitors. It is a selection made from a sport of Rosmarinus 'Collingwood Ingram' by the late Ken Taylor.
This description of this plant is based on our research and our observations of it growing at the nursery, in our own garden and in other gardens. We always appreciate receiving feedback of any kind from those who have any additional information about this plant, particularly if they disagree with what we have written or have additional cultural tips that would aid others growing Rosmarinus offic. 'Ken Taylor .
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