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Phlomis tuberosa Amazone

Phlomis tuberosa Amazone
Sage-leaf mullein 'Amazone'

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Unpacked upon arrival, the plant was wandering around in the cardboard box. Furthermore, the large leaves are yellow and the plant is shredded. We'll see how it looks after planting.

Kyrian, 28/06/2023

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This perennial bears beautiful spikes of whorled pink-lilac flowers, combining simplicity and modernity.
Flower size
4 cm
Height at maturity
1.20 m
Spread at maturity
30 cm
Exposure
Sun, Partial shade
Hardiness
Hardy down to -29°C
Soil moisture
Moist soil
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Recommended planting time February to April, September to October
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Description

Phlomis tuberosa 'Amazone' is both simple and modern. It is simple because its dark green foliage, with deeply toothed edges, closely resembles that of wild salvias and lamiums. It is modern because its pink-purple spike-like flowers are densely clustered in whorls, creating a remarkable architectural effect in borders.

 

Phlomis tuberosa belongs to the Lamiaceae family. It is related to salvias and lavenders. This robust herbaceous perennial plant is native to southeastern Europe, Turkey, and Iran. The genus consists of shrubs and herbaceous plants that often thrive in sunny meadows or hillsides, in poor and well-drained soils.

Originating from the steppes of Russia to the Caucasus Mountains, Phlomis tuberosa 'Amazone' is a hardy plant in our gardens. It thrives in sunny locations and prefers moist, deep, rich, and well-drained soil.

It is highly versatile and can be used in a wild border alongside columbines, euphorbias, and grasses, or in a more structured border with ornamental garlic, catmints, and speedwells.

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Phlomis tuberosa Amazone (Foliage) Foliage
Phlomis tuberosa Amazone (Plant habit) Plant habit

Flowering

Flower colour pink
Flowering time June to July
Flower size 4 cm
Good for cut flowers Cut flower blooms

Foliage

Foliage persistence Deciduous
Foliage colour medium green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 1.20 m
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate slow

Botanical data

Genus

Phlomis

Species

tuberosa

Cultivar

Amazone

Family

Lamiaceae

Other common names

Sage-leaf mullein 'Amazone'

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

Planting and care

It is easy to grow. It needs rich and well-drained soil in full sun. It tolerates partial shade in hot climates and enjoys moist soil.

Planting period

Recommended planting time February to April, September to October

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow
Type of use Border
Hardiness Hardy down to -29°C (USDA zone 5) Show map
Planting density 5 per m2
Exposure Sun, Partial shade
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Clayey-chalky (heavy and alkaline), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Moist soil, Rich and well-draining.

Care

Pruning No pruning necessary
Overwinter Can be left in the ground
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