Balearic Island Sage

Phlomis Italica

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Overview

Phlomis italica, known as Balearic Island Sage, is a Mediterranean perennial valued for its woolly, heart-shaped leaves and whorls of pink-purple flowers. Grows up to 3 feet tall and wide, prefers well-drained soil, and thrives in full sun. It's drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, providing excellent low-maintenance ground cover and attracting pollinators. Ideal for xeriscaping and Mediterranean-style gardens. Hardy in USDA zones 8-10.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–10Climate Mediterranean

Balearic Island Sage (Phlomis Italica) — is a Mediterranean perennial valued for its woolly

Balearic Island Sage (Phlomis Italica) — heart-shaped leaves and whorls of pink-purple flowers

Balearic Island Sage (Phlomis Italica) — Grows up to 3 feet tall and wide, prefers well-drained soil, and thrives in full sun

Balearic Island Sage (Phlomis Italica) — It's drought-tolerant and deer-resistant

Balearic Island Sage (Phlomis Italica) — providing excellent low-maintenance ground cover and attracting pollinators

Culture

Sun: Full, Half
Water: Low
USDA zones: 8–10

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Classification

Family: Lamiaceae
Climate: Mediterranean

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Balearic Island Sage (Phlomis Italica) — is a Mediterranean perennial valued for its woolly

Balearic Island Sage (Phlomis Italica) — heart-shaped leaves and whorls of pink-purple flowers

Balearic Island Sage (Phlomis Italica) — Grows up to 3 feet tall and wide, prefers well-drained soil, and thrives in full sun

Balearic Island Sage (Phlomis Italica) — It's drought-tolerant and deer-resistant

Balearic Island Sage (Phlomis Italica) — providing excellent low-maintenance ground cover and attracting pollinators

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