Phlomis longifolia var. bailanica
long-leaved Jerusalem sage
A spreading, evergreen shrub with white, woolly young shoots. The mature leaves are oval; green and deeply veinedabove, grey andwoolly below. Spires of deep yellow, hooded flowers are produced in rings on upright stems in summer
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Size
Ultimate height
1–1.5 metresTime to ultimate height
5–10 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | White | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Lamiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Genus
Phlomis can be herbaceous perennials or evergreen shrubs, with sage-like leaves and whorls of tubular, hooded flowers over a long period in summer
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- SW Asia
How to grow
Cultivation
Needs well-drained soil in a sunny, sheltered position - will only tolerate a few degrees of frost
Propagation
Propagate by softwood cuttings in summer or division in the spring. Propagate by seed in late spring under cover
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- City and courtyard gardens
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to leafhoppers
Diseases
May be susceptible to honey fungus (rarely)
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