How to Grow and Care for Shrubby jerusalem sage

Shrubby jerusalem sage, also known as Jupiter's Distaff, Yellow Clary, French sage, Tree sage

Shrubby jerusalem sage is recognized for its resilience and low maintenance requirements. Key to its care is ensuring well-drained soil and full sun exposure. Additionally, shrubby jerusalem sage tolerates drought, making it forgiving in arid conditions. No regular pruning is necessary, but deadheading can promote a second bloom. These traits contribute to shrubby jerusalem sage's reputation as an easy plant to care for.

Watering schedule: Every 1-2 weeks

Sunlight Requirements: Full sun

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Planting and Growing Shrubby jerusalem sage

Toughness	High
Care Level	Low
Care Difficulty	Easy
Lifespan	Perennial
Watering Schedule	Every 1-2 weeks
Sunlight Requirements	Full sun
Soil Type	Garden Soil
Soil pH	6-7
Planting Time	Spring, Fall
Hardiness Zones	8-10

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Shrubby jerusalem sage is a robust, dense shrub reaching heights and widths of 2-4 feet (60-120 cm) and 3-5 feet (90-150 cm) respectively. Its foliage consists of lance-shaped, woolly-gray leaves, soft to touch, with a white underside, each measuring 2-3 inches (5-7.5 cm) in length. The radiant, lemon-yellow flowers, about 1 inch (2.5 cm) long, display in distinct whorls on erect stems and bloom from spring to summer. This perennial exhibits a mounding growth habit and is covered with a fine, downy texture.