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Phlomis purpurea [white-flowered form]
Also Known As
- Phlomis purpurea 'Alba'
- Jerusalem Sage
- Lampwick Plant
Plant type
shrub, perennial
size
- H: 4'-6'
- W: 4'-6'
planting zones
- 8a-10b
Phlomis purpurea [white-flowered form] plant details
Phlomis purpurea [white-flowered form] is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. 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 Phlomis purpurea [white-flowered form]
- Plant type: perennial shrub
- Plant family: lamiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 4 FT - 6 FT - wide, 4 FT - 6 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlomis purpurea [white-flowered form]
- USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, heat
- Soil needs: average, lean, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Native Sons
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How to Grow Phlomis purpurea [white-flowered form]
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
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
Landscape groups by tags
See other plant types of Phlomis for your garden
aka Phlomis anatolica 'Lloyd's Variety', Lloyd Jerusalem Sage
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun
- drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Jerusalem Sage
Plant Type
Perennial
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 2'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - bright shade
- drought tolerant
- dry in summer
aka Italian Jerusalem Sage
Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
7a-10b
Size
Width: 12"-36"
- sun - mostly sun
- low - drought tolerant
- dry in winter
- dry in summer
aka Phlomis fruticosa 'Compact', Phlomis fruticosa 'Nana', Jerusalem Sage [compact form], Nana Dwarf Jerusalem Sage
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
7a-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 2'-3'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
![Photo of Phlomis fruticosa [compact form] flower by Native Sons](https://d3bbsv6h7qkr8y.cloudfront.net/0b/d9/0bd9f4d0976684ee843b70a819754893.webp)
aka Jerusalem Sage
Plant Type
Shrub, Perennial
Zones
8a-11
Size
Height: 2'-3'
Width: 4'-5'
- sun
- low - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
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