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Coast Rosemary

Coast Rosemary

Westringia fruticosa

shrub☀️ full sun💧 low waterZone 9aZone 11b

Coast Rosemary is a drought-tolerant Australian shrub with fine, needle-like foliage and delicate flowers ranging from white to pink or purple, thriving in Mediterranean-style gardens and coastal landscapes. It is excellent for erosion control, wildlife habitat, and low-maintenance permaculture designs.

Overview

Form
Rounded
Growth Rate
moderate
Size
3–6′ tall × 3–6′ wide
Dormancy
evergreen

Tolerances & Soil

Zone 9aZone 11b
1471013
ColderWarmer
Zone range: Zone 9a to Zone 11b

Seasonality

Bloom Season

J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D

Season of Interest

SpringSummerFallWinter

Shrub

Woody multi-stem plants at eye level.

Succession Role

pioneerearly successional

Native Range

Eastern Australia

Function & Care

erosion controlhedgerowpollinator nectarywildlife benefit

Establishment & Care

Establishment
easy
Maintenance
low
Propagation
seed, cutting

Notable Cultivars

Wynabbie Gem is a compact cultivar ideal for small spaces and containers, while Morning Light features attractive silvery-white-edged leaves that provide year-round ornamental interest.