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| Category: Shrub |
| Family: Lamiaceae (Labiatae) (Mints) |
| Origin: Mediterranean (Europe) |
| Evergreen: Yes |
| Flower Color: Yellow |
| Bloomtime: Spring/Summer |
| Height: 3-4 feet |
| Width: 3-4 feet |
| Exposure: Full Sun |
| Drought Tolerant: Yes |
| Deer Tolerant: Yes |
| Irrigation Req.: Low Water Needs |
| Winter Hardiness: 20-25° F |
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Phlomis fruticosa (Jerusalem Sage) - Native to the Mediterranean region, this is a large, multi-stemmed, broad shrub growing to about 4'x 4' with large (2-3 inch long) lance-shaped, soft woolly gray leaves that are white beneath, and 1 inch long, bright lemon yellow woolly flower whorls that appear on erect stems spring through summer. Plant in full sun to light shade. Drought tolerant and cold tolerant to at least 23 degrees F; likely hardy to below 20° F. It is said to be resistant to oak root fungus.
The description above is based on our research and observations of this plant growing in our nursery and in our own and other Santa Barbara gardens. We would appreciate hearing from anyone who has additional information or disagrees with what we have written.
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