Phlomis fruticosa
A tall-growing plant with whorls of pale yellow flowers in summer and large leaves. Easy to grow, drought tolerant.
Purpose: the leaves have a soft underside and are pleasant to touch. The flowers attract bees, brining movement into the garden.
Sensory appeal
| Sight | Whorls of soft yellow flowers attract bees |
| Touch | Grey-green leaves with soft undersides |
Quick facts
| Height | 0.5-1m |
| Spread | 1-1.5m |
| Flower colour | Yellow |
| Season of interest | Flowers late spring to mid-summer |
| Plant type | Evergreen shrub |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Life cycle | Perennial |
How to grow
| Start from | Plants |
| Light | Full sun |
| Soil | Well-drained, poor to moderately fertile |
| Planting distance | 1-1.5m apart |
Care and maintenance
| General | Cut back faded flower stems to encourage neat growth. May produce a second flush of flowers |
| Propagation | Lift and divide established plants in spring |
