PHLOMIS russeliana
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PHLOMIS russeliana
Commonly known as Turkish sage
Grey-green leaves and whorls of soft yellow flowers. Grows to 3 feet
Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
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Good to know
Seedheads are ornamental in winter. -
Pests & Diseases
Leafhoppers -
Place of origin
Turkey, Syria -
Resistant to honey fungusThese plants have little or few problems with honey fungus.
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DeciduousOvate basal leaves 6-20cm (2½-8cm) long, heart-shaped at the bases. Stem leaves are smaller and scalloped.
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Yellow
Soft yellow, 2.5-3cm (1-1½in) long -
BorderSuitable for a shrub border
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Suitable for small gardens
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Fully hardy
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Height
To 90cm (36in) -
Spread
75cm (30in)
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HerbaceousErect hairy perennial producing hooded flowers in axillary whorls
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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 - very cold winter
Hardy in all of UK and northern Europe. Plant can possibly withstand temperatures down to -20°C (-4°F) -
Autumn Seasonal Interest
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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 Sizeto 90cm (36in)
75cm (30in)
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