sea rosemary
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O. rosmarinifolius is an upright, aromatic, evergreen shrub with small, narrow, dark-green leaves. Small, fragrant, white flowers opening from rose-pink buds are carried in dense, terminal clusters 4cm across in early summer
Scientific classification
- Species
- sea rosemary (Ozothamnus rosmarinifolius)
- Genus
- Ozothamnus
- Family
- Asteraceae
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- Toxicity
- Shrubs
- Plant type
- 1.5-2.5 metres
- Height
- 1-1.5 metres
- Spread
- Evergreen
- Foliage
- Bushy
- Habit
- Spring · Summer · Autumn · Winter
- Season of interest
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
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Distribution of sea rosemary
Distribution map
Southeastern Australia
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Culture
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Toxicity
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Quick identification of sea rosemary
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sea rosemary care guide
- Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
- Watering
- Full sun
- Sunlight
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- Ideal temperature
Watering
Moderate regular watering, allowing brief slight drying between soakings
Fertilizing
FertilizingBalanced perennial feed every four weeks from spring through summer
Pruning
PruningUsually little pruning is needed. Lightly shape if necessary, removing dead, damaged or diseased shoots. Prune after flowering.
Propagation
PropagationPropagate by seed in containers in a cold frame or by semi-ripe cuttings in summer
Growing
GrowingGrow in well-drained soil in a sheltered position in full sun
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Common pests and diseases
Diseases
Generally disease free
Pests
Generally pest-free
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