Phlomis sp.

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 24"-36"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

5a-9a

Phlomis sp. plant details

Phlomis sp. is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer white and yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts bees and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Phlomis sp.

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: lamiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 24 IN - 36 IN - tall
Flowers: white and yellow blooms in summer
Uses: xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Phlomis sp.

USDA Zones: 5a - 9a
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

I collect the seeds for this strain from a bed where several species i.e. P. fruticosa, P. samia, P. russelliana, and P. orientale grow. I suspect that there is also some interspecific shenanigans going on as the resulting seedlings produced are extremely vigorous and make an impressive display of 24" - 36" candelabras with several tufts of soft yellow flowers ringing the stem in early Summer.