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Phlomis russeliana

Turkish Sage

It forms basal clumps of soft, heart-shaped leaves and dense whorls of nectar-filled, yellow flowers which gather at the stem nodes.

  • »  This species is coarser and greener than fruticosa
  • »  Whorls of yellow, hooded flowers form at each leaf axil
  • »  Tiered flowers on square, sturdy stalks
  • »  Forms a large mound of dark green, heart-shaped leaves
  • »  Bloom Time: June to September
  • »  Flower Height: 90 cm
  • »  Foliage Height: 30 cm

1gal
$22.75
  • Category:Perennials
  • Hardiness Zone:5
  • Height:30-35 cm
  • Spread:60-70 cm
  • Bloom Color: Yellow
Exposure
• Full Sun
Soil Moisture
• Average to Dry Soils
• Well-drained
Attracts Wildlife
• Attracts Butterflies
Growth Rate
• Medium
Attributes
• Cut Flower/Foliage
• Drought Tolerant
• Salt Tolerant
Flowering Time
• Summer
Habit
• Clumping
• Mounding
Foliage Color
• Green (dark)
Planting instructions
• Container Plants
Growing & Maintenance Tips for Phlomis russeliana

Plant in full sun in a well-drained soil with dry to medium moisture and avoid wet sites.  It will spread by rhizomes without being invasive. Use in a dry, sunny border or as an informal  ground cover. Drought tolerant once established.