About
A herbaceous perennial, to 1.2m tall, with dark purple stems and large, pointed, dark emerald leaves. Dense whorls of hooded, lilac flowers appear on upright stems in summer, and remain attractive as seedheads.
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
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitClump forming
FoliageDeciduous
Height1-1.5 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesCoastal, Gravel garden, Cottage and informal garden, Prairie planting, Mediterranean climate plants
Care notes
CultivationGrow in fertile, reliably well-drained soil in full sun
PruningCut back flower stems when no longer decorative
PropagationPropagate by division in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to leafhoppers
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free