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  • PHLOMIS italica
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    PHLOMIS italica

    Commonly known as Balearic Islands sage

    White hairy stems and leaves with pale lilac flowers
     
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    • Pests & Diseases
      Leafhoppers
    • Place of origin
      Balearic Islands
    • Resistant to honey fungus
      These plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
    • Evergreen
      Grey-woolly leaves to 5cm (2in) long
    • Shades of pink
      All shades of pink through to Carmine (red)
      Pale lilac, 2cm (¾in) long
    • Border
      Suitable for a mixed or herbaceous border
    • Coastal / windswept
      Suitable for an open site slightly back from the sea
    • Suitable for small gardens
    • Fully hardy
    • Entire
    • Lanceolate
    • Oblong
    • Height
      30cm (12in)
    • Spread
      60cm (24in)
    • Dwarf shrub
      Typically 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
    • 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.

    • 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.

    • 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
    • Fertile well drained soil
    • Full sun
    • Bee friendly
    • Butterfly friendly
    • Mature Size
      30cm (12in)
      Dwarf Shrub - guide for size not form Hand Trowel
        60cm (24in)
       
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    Vermin & Pest Control
    Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails. Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
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