Spice Islands

Spice Islands is an upright rosemary selected for exceptional culinary quality and strong, sweet flavor, and it was historically associated with the spice company of the same name. It grows into a vigorous, upright shrub of 3 to 4 feet with dark green leaves and deep blue flowers. Cooks favor it for its especially aromatic, robust foliage that holds up well in long roasting and baking, and its rich oils make it a strong choice for infused oils and vinegars. The plant blooms heavily, drawing pollinators over a long season. Like most Mediterranean rosemaries it needs full sun and sharp drainage, and it performs best in mild-winter climates or as a container plant that overwinters indoors in colder regions.