Jerusalem Sage

Phlomis Fruticosa

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Overview

Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis fruticosa) is a Mediterranean shrub that brings texture and color to your garden. It grows to a height of 3-4 feet with an equal spread. This perennial showcases woolly, silver-green leaves and vibrant yellow flowers in tiered whorls from late spring to early summer. Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, it thrives in well-drained soil and full sun. Ideal for a water-wise or xeriscape landscape. USDA zones 7-10.

Sun FullWater LowZones 8–10

Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis Fruticosa) — Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis fruticosa) is a Mediterranean shrub that brings texture and color to your garden

Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis Fruticosa) — It grows to a height of 3-4 feet with an equal spread

Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis Fruticosa) — This perennial showcases woolly

Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis Fruticosa) — silver-green leaves and vibrant yellow flowers in tiered whorls from late spring to early summer

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–10

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae

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Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis Fruticosa) — Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis fruticosa) is a Mediterranean shrub that brings texture and color to your garden

Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis Fruticosa) — It grows to a height of 3-4 feet with an equal spread

Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis Fruticosa) — This perennial showcases woolly

Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis Fruticosa) — silver-green leaves and vibrant yellow flowers in tiered whorls from late spring to early summer

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