Phlomoides tuberosa
Also Known As
- Phlomis tuberosa
- Phlomis
- Tuberous Jerusalem Sage
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'-4'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 2a-9b
Phlomoides tuberosa plant details
Phlomoides tuberosa is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer lavender and pink flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and beneficial insects making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, lean, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlomoides tuberosa
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
- Flowers: lavender and pink blooms in summer
- Uses: cutting garden, rock garden, showy, xeric
GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlomoides tuberosa
- USDA Zones: 2a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: heat
- Soil needs: average, lean, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
A large showy species found from Europe eastward into Russia, strange roots grow potato like tubers, flowering stems arise from a central crown and can reach 1.8m with stacked verticillasters of pinkish purple flowers with a white bearded throat. ZONE 5
JERUSALEM SAGE - A hardy perennial in zones 2-9. Likes sun, well drained soil, growing up to 4' tall and 3' wide, blooming all summer. Mounds of course green leaves with toothed margins on tall fuzzy stems. Whorls of mauve pink to lavender flowers are arranged in tiers or layers around the stem. Drought tolerant. Excellent cut flower.
Gardening facts about Phlomoides tuberosa plant
How to Grow Phlomoides tuberosa
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- lean
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- pink
- lavender
Wildlife
- beneficial insects
- bees
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- fuzzy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Phlomoides for your garden
aka Phlomis tuberosa 'Amazone', Amazone Jerusalem Sage
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
4a-9b
Size
Height: 4'-6'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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