Phlomis Species, Matagallo, Purple Jerusalem Sage, Purple Phlomis

Phlomispurpurea

Family
Lamiaceae (lay-mee-AY-see-ee)
Genus
Phlomis (FLOW-miss)
Species
purpurea (pur-PUR-ee-uh)
Synonym
Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Foliage
Succulent
Height
36-48 in. (90-120 cm)
Spacing
24-36 in. (60-90 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
USDA Zone 9b: to -3.8 °C (25 °F)
USDA Zone 10a: to -1.1 °C (30 °F)
USDA Zone 10b: to 1.7 °C (35 °F)
Danger
Parts of plant are poisonous if ingested
Handling plant may cause skin irritation or allergic reaction
Bloom Color
Pink
Medium Purple
Bloom Time
Mid Spring
Late Spring/Early Summer
Mid Summer
Other Details
Category
Shrubs
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Where to Grow
Bloom Characteristics
This plant is attractive to bees, butterflies and/or birds
Bloom Size
Other details
Soil pH requirements
6.1 to 6.5 (mildly acidic)
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
From softwood cuttings
From seed; sow indoors before last frost
Seed Collecting
Regional

This plant is said to grow outdoors in the following regions:

Amesti, California

Clayton, California

Corralitos, California

Elkhorn, California

Fairfield, California

Interlaken, California

Los Angeles, California

Pajaro, California

Tracy, California

Ukiah, California

Watsonville, California

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Gardener's Notes:

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Los Angeles, CA | August 2023 | negative

I just moved a plant, and immediately broke out in a rash all over my arms.

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Tracy, CA | April 2004 | positive

On hot days in California's Central Valley this plant sends out a wonderful aroma. People passing by or on our front porch have commented...Read More

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