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Summer
Jerusalem Sage
Phlomis russelliana
Family: Lamiaceae
Earthy & Warmherbalsage
SeasonSummer
OriginTurkey
IntensityFaint
LifespanPerennial
About This Flower
Earthy & Warm · Summer bloomer
Jerusalem sage produces whorls of hooded butter-yellow flowers up tall felted stems in summer, its sage-like aromatic foliage and architectural winter seed heads making it a year-round garden asset.
Symbolism & Meaning
steadfastness, rustic charm
In the Victorian language of flowers, jerusalem sage means “Steadfastness”.
Habitat & Environment
Turkey
Jerusalem Sage is native to Turkey.
Quick Reference
- Scientific NamePhlomis russelliana
- FamilyLamiaceae
- Native ToTurkey
- Bloom SeasonSummer
- LifespanPerennial
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