Barbecue Rosemary

Scientific Name: Salvia rosmarinus 'Barbeque'

Common Names: Barbeque Rosemary, Barbecue Rosemary

Exposure: Full sun

Height: 4–6 feet (120–180 cm)

Width: 2–3 feet (60–90 cm)

Spacing: 2 feet (60 cm)

Attracts: Bees, butterflies, and hummingbirds

Foliage: Aromatic, needle-like, gray-green leaves

Bloom Time: Spring to summer

Flower Color: Pale blue

Uses: Culinary applications (e.g., grilling, flavoring dishes), ornamental plantings, crafting barbecue skewers

Plant Habit: Upright, evergreen shrub

Water: Low to moderate; drought-tolerant once established

Maintenance: Low; regular pruning encourages bushier growth

Hardiness Zones: USDA zones 8–10

General Information: Salvia rosmarinus 'Barbeque', commonly known as Barbeque Rosemary, is an upright, evergreen shrub prized for its aromatic foliage and culinary versatility. It typically grows 4 to 6 feet tall and 2 to 3 feet wide, producing pale blue flowers from spring to summer.