Tuberous Jerusalem Sage

Phlomis tuberosa, Lamiaceae

Zones

4–8

Layer

Herbaceous

Lifespan

Perennial

Growth

Moderate

Guild Roles

Pollinator AttractorBeneficial Insect HabitatPest Confuser

Growing Conditions

Sun

Full Sun (preferred)

Water

Low (established)Moderate (seedling)

Soil pH

6 – 8.5

Tolerances

Drought

Frost

Heat

Pest Resistance

Disease Resist.

Companion Plants

Arrowleaf BuckwheatEriogonum compositum

Pest DeterrentPollinator Sharing

Rock SoapwortSaponaria ocymoides

Wind ProtectionPollinator Sharing

Antagonistic Plants

Azure Blue SageSalvia azurea

Both mint family plants produce essential oils that can be mutually inhibitory in close proximity

Smooth-leafed OreganoOriganum laevigatum

Strongly aromatic Lamiaceae species produce competing essential oils that can be mutually inhibitory

Uses

Functions

Attracts Long-Tongued BeesSupports Parasitic WaspsFeeds Hover FliesAttracts Beneficial MothsProvides Late Season NectarSupports Specialist Solitary Bees

Edible Parts

Young LeavesFlowers

Medicinal Uses

Wound HealingAnti-InflammatoryRespiratory Support

Common Questions

What zones does Tuberous Jerusalem Sage grow in?

Tuberous Jerusalem Sage grows in USDA hardiness zones 4 through 8.

What are good companion plants for Tuberous Jerusalem Sage?

Good companions for Tuberous Jerusalem Sage include Arrowleaf Buckwheat, Rock Soapwort.

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