| | | Family | Labiatae | | Plant Type | | | Zone | USDA: 2a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3 | | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft) | | Spread | 45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline | | | Description | Phlomis tuberosa 'Amazone' (Jerusalem sage) bears faded fuchsia blooms during early summer to late summer. The foliage is deep green in colour. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | It is worthy to note that Phlomis tuberosa 'Amazone' tolerates drought, and has a natural resistance to rabbits. | | |