Phlomis grandiflora
large-flowered Jerusalem sage
An evergreen, woody perennial with rough-textured, heart-shaped and long, dark green leaves which are hairy and silvery green on the underside. Has whorls of golden yellow, hooded flowers all through summer. Seedheads can offer structural interest in winter and also attract wildlife
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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Grey Silver | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Phlomis can be herbaceous perennials or evergreen shrubs, with sage-like leaves and whorls of tubular, hooded flowers over a long period in summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- SW Asia
How to grow
Cultivation
Will grow nicely in fertile well-drained soil in full sun and will tolerate some partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by seed or division in spring and softwood cuttings in summer
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Prune old wood in spring, see pruning group 9 or pruning group 8 for more detail
Pests
May be susceptible to leafhoppers
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
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