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Herbaceous Perennial
Phlomoides tuberosa
sage-leaf mullein
A clump-forming perennial with deeply veined and sharply serrated, dark green arrow-shaped basal leaves. Tall, upright, dark purple, leafy stems bear clusters of purple or pink flowers in mid and late summer
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Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Green | |||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Purple | Pink Purple | Green | |
Autumn | Green | |||
Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Clump forming
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- Europe to Asia
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in fertile, reliably well-drained soil in full sun; will tolerate partial shade
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring. Propagate by seed sown at 13-18°C in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Gravel garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pests
Leafhoppers may be a problem
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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