Phlomis 'Le Sud'

Common name(s): lampwick

Description: evergreen shrub; a French selection thought to be a hybrid of P. fruticosa and P. longifolia. Vigorous, rounded growth with narrow, silver-edged leaves and bright yellow flower whorls from late spring into summer.

Height: to 4 ft. Spread: to 5 ft.

Position: full sun and well-draining soil

Uses: ornamental, to attract pollinators

Winter Hardiness: to 5 F and below

Drought: adapted to 5 months of summer drought