Phlomis fruticosa
Jerusalem sage
Position: full sunSoil: any fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: June and JulyHardiness: borderline hardy (may...
9cm pot
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Plant description
Position: full sunSoil: any fertile, well-drained soilRate of growth: average Flowering period: June and JulyHardiness: borderline hardy (may need winter protection)
In June and July, distinctive whorls of hooded, golden yellow flowers are strung like beads at intervals above sage-like, aromatic, grey-green leaves. This spreading evergreen shrub forms a neat mound and even after the flowers fade, it retains a dramatic presence in the border, with architectural seedheads that look wonderful among late-flowering perennials and grasses. Thriving in hot, sunny positions, it will cope with drought once established. Try it towards the middle of a sunny mixed or herbaceous border, or as part of a scheme with silver-leaved plants.
Garden care: In mid-spring shorten any frost-damaged stems, cutting back to just above a healthy bud. Remove any weak or diseased shoots, cutting cleanly back to the base. Avoid excessive winter wet and offer winter protection in colder parts of the country or when temperatures really drop.
In June and July, distinctive whorls of hooded, golden yellow flowers are strung like beads at intervals above sage-like, aromatic, grey-green leaves. This spreading evergreen shrub forms a neat mound and even after the flowers fade, it retains a dramatic presence in the border, with architectural seedheads that look wonderful among late-flowering perennials and grasses. Thriving in hot, sunny positions, it will cope with drought once established. Try it towards the middle of a sunny mixed or herbaceous border, or as part of a scheme with silver-leaved plants.
Garden care: In mid-spring shorten any frost-damaged stems, cutting back to just above a healthy bud. Remove any weak or diseased shoots, cutting cleanly back to the base. Avoid excessive winter wet and offer winter protection in colder parts of the country or when temperatures really drop.
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Phlomis fruticosa:
In mid-spring shorten any frost-damaged stems, cutting back to just above a healthy bud. Remove any weak or diseased shoots, cutting cleanly back to the base. Avoid excessive winter wet and offer winter protection in colder parts of the country or when temperatures really drop.
