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    Phlomis russeliana

    Also Known As

    • Phlomis russelliana
    • Phlomis viscosa
    • Phlomis viscosa (misapplied)
    • Sticky Jerusalem Sage

    Plant type

    perennial, groundcover

    size

    • H: 3'-4'
    • W: 4'-5'

    planting zones

    • 4a-10b

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    Phlomis russeliana plant details

    Phlomis russeliana is a broadleaf evergreen or semi-evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In spring and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees, beneficial insects, butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, lean and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and seaside / salt tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlomis russeliana

    Plant type: perennial groundcover
    Plant family: lamiaceae
    Foliage: evergreen or semi-evergreen green
    Mature size: 4 FT - 5 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: yellow blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: heart-shaped leaves, rock garden, xeric, year round interest

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlomis russeliana

    USDA Zones: 4a - 10b
    Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and seaside / salt
    Soil needs: average, lean and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    One of nature’s most perfect perennials – Sun to light shade – Any soil – Average moisture – 40” tall stems from clumps 3 or more feet wide. Whorls of butter yellow flowers in spring and early summer – Dried seed heads remain attractive all season – Leaves are handsome, fuzzy and a soft silver green and persist all year – deer resistant - Excellent and Easy!

    By: Secret Garden Growers

    This totally tough western Syria native resists deer, handles droughty conditions & stays pretty through it all. Butterfly & bee approved large, 3” clusters of yellow flowers form pom-pom like fuzzy balls along branch tips late Spring through early Summer. Velvety, heart-shaped leaves form a rosette that slowly spreads. To 3.5’ tall & 4-5’ wide. Leave the spent seed heads on the plant to provide some Winter interest!

    By: Annie's Annuals & Perennials

    Evergreen Phlomis which forms an excellent tall ground cover, perfect for banks, with rough, large, heart-shaped leaves. Stout flowers stems have whorls of hooded flowers of butter-yellow. "One of the few Phlomis species where it is worth leaving the flower stems right through the winter precisely for the (above) magical effect in severe frost", says the Mann-Taylor website. Very long blooming, late spring to early autumn! Pale yellow blooms above heart-shaped foliage. Tough, easy to grow and adds structure to the garden.

    By: Lazy S'S Farm Nursery

    3 foot tall decorative flower stalks with whorled hooded yellow flowers in spring. Leave the flower stems to dry for added interest in the fall garden.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Phlomis russeliana plant

    How to Grow Phlomis russeliana

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun - dappled shade

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Water Needs

      • dry in summer

    • Soil Needs

      • adaptable
      • average
      • lean
      • well-drained

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • seaside / salt tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • butterflies
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • evergreen
      • semi-evergreen

    • Texture

      • fuzzy

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