Phlomis lanata

RHS Plant Profile
woolly Jerusalem sage
woolly Jerusalem sage RHS 2002
Plants for pollinators
Shrubs

A compact evergreen shrub with sage-like grey-green leaves to 2.5cm in length, with whorls of deep yellow flowers 2cm in length in summer

Position

Full sun

Soil Types

Chalk, Loam, Sand

Max Height

0.1-0.5 metres

Max Spread

0.5-1 metres

Size

Time to Maturity
5–10 years
Max Spread
0.5-1 metres
Max Height
0.1-0.5 metres

Growing Conditions

Chalk Loam Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained or Well–drained
pH
Acid or Alkaline or Neutral

Position

Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered
Hardiness
H4
Drought Resistance
Yes

Colour & Scent

Season Stem Flower Foliage Fruit
Spring
Summer
Autumn
Winter

Botanical Details

Family
Lamiaceae
Native to GB/Ireland
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
Crete

How to Grow

Cultivation

Easy to grow in any well-drained fertile soil in full sun. Seed heads can be left over winter for their effect

Propagation

Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer or division in the spring. Propagate by seed in late spring under cover

Suggested planting locations and garden types

  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Coastal
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Low Maintenance
  • Flower borders and beds

Pests

May be susceptible to leafhoppers

Diseases

May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)