Phlomis fruticosa [gold form]

Also Known As

Jerusalem Sage

Plant type

shrub

size

H: 4'
W: 4'

planting zones

8b-11

Phlomis fruticosa [gold form] plant details

Phlomis fruticosa [gold form] is a broadleaf evergreen shrub with blue foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in lean soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlomis fruticosa [gold form]

Plant type: shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 4 FT wide, 4 FT tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlomis fruticosa [gold form]

USDA Zones: 8b - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: lean

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Wooly-leaved, evergreen shrub - to 4 x 4' -- the leaves a soft gray on top and white underneath. Whorls of drapey, slightly fuzzy flowers, a dark gold on this form, adorn upright stems from spring through summer. Full sun to light shade with little summer water for these natives of Mediterranean Europe. Frost hardy to 15 °F, mid USDA zone 8.