Rosemary Upright is a perennial shrub with woody stems that bear narrow leathery leaves up to 4cm long which are similar to pine-needles with a strong pine-like aroma. A group of small blue lip-shaped flowers forms at its tip and it grows up to 1.5m tall and spreads over 1m in diameter. It is very hardy and drought resistant and likes well-drained soil in a sunny position. This variety is spreading so can be put in a hanging basket or on the edge of a plant box or rock wall but also grows well in a pot although avoid hot window positions in summer. Leaves or small twigs can be picked all year round but do not harvest more than 20% of the plant volume. Leaves are delicious fresh or dried with roast meats such as lamb.