Rosemary plant named `Silver Spires`

Abstract

A new and distinct variety of Rosemary, Rosmarinus officinalis, was discovered while growing in a planting area located at Guildford, Surrey, England containing plants of the same species. The origin at the new plant otherwise is unknown. The new variety exhibits distinctive decorative lance-shaped bicolored leaves of pale green and white. Good winter hardiness and resistance to diseases have been observed to date. The new variety propagates well from cuttings and is particularly well suited for serving ornamental as well as culinary uses.

We claim: 
     
       1. A new and distinct variety of Rosmarinus officinalis plant which: (a) exhibits a generally upright growth habit,   (b) forms distinctive narrow lance-shaped bicolored foliage that is pale green and white and in coloration,   (c) exhibits good winter hardiness,   (d) exhibits good disease resistance, and   (e) is well suited for culinary as well as decorative uses; substantially as herein shown and described.