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Phlomoides tuberosa 'Amazone'
Jerusalem sage (syn. Phlomis tuberosa Amazone)
In July and August, whorls of tubular, lilac flowers appear at intervals like fluffy beads, on erect stems held high above large,...
Plant description
Eventual height & spread
Flowering period
- Jan
- Feb
- Mar
- Apr
- May
- Jun
- Jul
- Aug
- Sep
- Oct
- Nov
- Dec
Plant features
Position
Full sun
Rate of growth
Average
Soil
Moderately fertile, moist, well-drained soil
Hardiness
Fully hardy
How to care for Phlomoides tuberosa Amazone:
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