Jerusalem Sage

Phlomis fruticosa

Jerusalem Sage (Phlomis fruticosa) is a semi-shrub native to the Mediterranean region and primarily possesses the following characteristics:

Growth Characteristics
- Size: Generally grows to a height and width of approximately 60–100 cm.
- Leaves: The leaves are grayish-green with serrated edges and are covered in silvery hairs on the underside.
- Flowers: Yellow flowers bloom from late spring to early summer, forming circular, layered inflorescences.
- Growing Environment: It thrives in sunny locations and prefers well-drained soil. It has excellent drought and heat tolerance and can withstand cold temperatures to some extent.

Propagation Methods
- Seeds: Seeds can be sown directly in the spring or sown indoors first and then transplanted.
- Cuttings: New shoots can be propagated by taking cuttings in mid-summer. Using a rooting hormone after a clean cut helps promote rooting. Cultivation Method
- Soil: Plant in well-drained sandy or clay soil.
- Watering: It is drought-tolerant, so avoid overwatering. It is best to water only after the soil has completely dried.
- Fertilization: It grows well using very small amounts of organic fertilizer or without fertilizer at all.
- Pruning: Light pruning in the spring helps maintain the desired shape and promotes healthy growth.

Uses in Gardens
- Border Plant: Its consistent form and high density make it suitable as a border plant.
- Natural Style Garden: It blends well with natural landscapes, making it ideal for use in natural style gardens.
- Stone Wall Garden: Its excellent drought tolerance allows it to thrive in stone wall gardens as well.

Important Pests and Diseases & Control Methods
- Pests and Diseases: It is generally resistant to pests and diseases, but root rot can occur due to excessive moisture.
- Control Methods: Prepare the soil to ensure good drainage and avoid overwatering. If a problem occurs, immediately remove the infected parts of the plant and use an appropriate fungicide if necessary. Jerusalem sage is a relatively easy-to-care-for plant and is one of the popular gardening plants because it can be used in various garden environments.

Plant Type
Plant Family	Lamiaceae
Height	60~120cm
Spread	90~150cm
Colors	yellow
Bloom Period	June to August
Water Needs	commonly
Exposure	Sunny
Freezing Resistance	-10°C

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