Compact Yellow Phlomis

Phlomis Lanata

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Overview

Phlomis lanata, or Compact Yellow Phlomis, is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with woolly, oval leaves. It produces vibrant yellow flowers atop 12-inch stalks that add a splash of color in spring to summer. Hardy in USDA zones 7-10, it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, reaching a mature size of about 2 feet wide and tall. Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, it's an excellent choice for xeriscaping or Mediterranean gardens.

Sun Full, HalfWater LowZones 8–10

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — Phlomis lanata, or Compact Yellow Phlomis, is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with woolly, oval leaves

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — It produces vibrant yellow flowers atop 12-inch stalks that add a splash of color in spring to summer

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — reaching a mature size of about 2 feet wide and tall

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, it's an excellent choice for xeriscaping or Mediterranean gardens

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — scientifically known as Phlomis lanata

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — evergreen shrub renowned for its charming and resilient nature

Culture

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

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Lamiaceae

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Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — Phlomis lanata, or Compact Yellow Phlomis, is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with woolly, oval leaves

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — It produces vibrant yellow flowers atop 12-inch stalks that add a splash of color in spring to summer

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — reaching a mature size of about 2 feet wide and tall

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, it's an excellent choice for xeriscaping or Mediterranean gardens

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — scientifically known as Phlomis lanata

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — evergreen shrub renowned for its charming and resilient nature

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — making it an excellent choice for borders

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — oval-shaped with a velvety texture

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — and possess a silvery-grey hue that complements the bright yellow

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — hooded flowers which emerge in whorls along the stem

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — It's hardy in USDA zones 7 through 9, tolerating temperatures down to around 0 to 10 degrees Fahrenheit

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — When incorporating Phlomis lanata into your landscape

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — long-lasting presence in your garden

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — yellow flowers in the garden

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — shrub with yellow blooms

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — shrub for full or half

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — Phlomis lanata, or Compact Yellow Phlomis, is a low-growing, evergreen shrub with woolly, oval leaves; reaching a

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — It produces vibrant yellow flowers atop 12-inch stalks that add a splash of color in spring to summer; hooded flowers

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — it thrives in full sun and well-drained soil; phlomis lanata, or Compact Yellow Phlomis, is a low-growing, evergreen

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — reaching a mature size of about 2 feet wide and tall; making it an excellent choice for borders

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — Drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, it's an excellent choice for xeriscaping or Mediterranean gardens; yellow

Compact Yellow Phlomis (Phlomis Lanata) — scientifically known as Phlomis lanata; drought-tolerant and deer-resistant, it's an excellent choice for xeriscaping

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