Phlomis longifolia
long-leaved Jerusalem sage
A smaller species, clump-forming perennial with rough-textured, heart-shaped and long, dark green leaves which are hairy and silvery green on the underside. Whorls of yellow flowers shoot up in spring flowering all through summer and autumn. Seedheads can offer structural interest in winter and also attract wildlife
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Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 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 | Yellow | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- 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 division and seed in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back to the ground as the foliage dies down, flower heads can be left until spring if upright for winter interest
Pests
May be susceptible to leafhoppers
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
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