PHLOMIS italica
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PHLOMIS italica
Commonly known as Balearic Islands sage
White hairy stems and leaves with pale lilac flowers
individually £15.50 each , 3+ £13.00 each
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Pests & Diseases
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Place of origin
Balearic Islands -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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EvergreenGrey-woolly leaves to 5cm (2in) long
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Shades of pink
All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)Pale lilac, 2cm (¾in) long -
BorderSuitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
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Coastal / windsweptSuitable for an open site slightly back from the sea
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Entire
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Lanceolate
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Oblong
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Height
30cm (12in) -
Spread
60cm (24in)
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Dwarf shrubTypically only grows to a maximum of one or two feet in height but there will be some exceptions.Upright shrub. Produces flowers on stems to 75cm (30in) or more
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Pruning group 5
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs that require minimal pruning.
Action: Trim or lightly cut back shoots that spoil symmetry. Deadhead regularly.
When: Annually after flowering.
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Pruning group 6
Suitable for: Evergreen shrubs or climbers that need little to no pruning.
Action: Trim back shoots that spoil symmetry and to fit available space.
When: Annually after flowering if on previous year's growth, or in later Winter or Spring if flowering on current year's growth, or as requires.
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Hardy - cold winter
Hardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F) -
Summer Seasonal Interest
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Fertile well drained soil
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Full sun
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Bee friendly
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Butterfly friendly
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Mature Size30cm (12in)
60cm (24in)
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Phlomis - Growing Guide
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