About
A clump-forming perennial with deeply veined and sharply serrated, dark green arrow-shaped basal leaves. Tall, upright, dark purple, leafy stems bear clusters of purple or pink flowers in mid and late summer.
About the genus
Phlomoides is a diverse genus of plants that may be annual, perennial, or woody. Species are cultivated for their flowers, foliage, or architectural habit and are adapted to various climatic conditions
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Gravel garden, Mediterranean climate plants, Cottage and informal garden
Native toEurope to Asia
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, reliably well-drained soil in full sun; will tolerate partial shade
PruningPruning group 8 or pruning group 9
PropagationPropagate by division in spring. Propagate by seed sown at 13-18°C in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to leafhoppers
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free