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Phlomis chrysophylla

Also Known As

  • Golden-Leaved Jerusalem Sage

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 3'-4'

planting zones

  • 7a-9b

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Phlomis chrysophylla plant details

Phlomis chrysophylla is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with blue and green foliage. In fall and summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, clay, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlomis chrysophylla

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in fall and summer
Uses: easy-to-grow, long-blooming, unique

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlomis chrysophylla

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, clay, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Whorls of hooded jaunty yellow flowers adorn this golden-hued shrub midsummer to frost. Felted, large, sage-like leaves turn lime-green with age. Resists nibbling by deer and is drought-tolerant; one tough customer. Minimum temperature: 0 °F

Gardening facts about Phlomis chrysophylla plant

How to Grow Phlomis chrysophylla

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • clay
    • adaptable
    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • yellow
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • butterflies
    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • fuzzy

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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
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aka Jerusalem Sage

Plant Type

Perennial

Zones

7a-11

Size

Height: 2'-4'

Width: 3'-4'

  • sun - bright shade
  • drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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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
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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
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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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