This prostrate suckering shrub has woody arching spreading stems that form a compact habit. It has dark green narrow linear leaves and the profuse blue tube-shaped flowers appear in a spike from spring to summer.

Hardiness zones 9 to 11

Dampiera rosmarinifolia is naturally found in South Australia growing in well drained fertile moist light soils in an open sunny position and is mildly frost tolerant and drought resistant.

This shrub is grown for its spreading habit and flowers. It is planted in small native gardens as a ground cover or used as a spill-over in rockeries. It is suitable for coastal regions establishing in 2-3 years and is moderately long lived. It is also be grown in patio pots or planter boxes requiring a little maintenance or used in roof gardens. ID 511

Dampiera(dam-pee-ER-uh) rosmarinifolia (rose-ma-ree-nee-FOH-lee-uh)

Goodeniaceae (goo-DEN-AY-see-ee)