Phlomis lychnitis

A lovely low-growing Spanish species. Soft yellow flower heads are produced on trailing silver/grey stems in summer. 

Not as easy-going as their taller relatives – needing full sun and very well drained conditions, and not too much cold and wet. Great in clay pots.
£12

Phlomis 'angustifolia' Toob

A very striking Phlomis with the edges of the grey leaves turned up to reveal the white undersides, giving a very smart two-tone effect, especially in winter. The flowers are a clear bright yellow.
This has proved hardy and easy in a sunny well-drained spot.

Originally obtained as P.angustifolia, it seems this name is a synonym of P.fruticosa. It's not clear if it's a form of fruticosa or another species but it's a much nicer plant. Nick Macer gave it the varietal name 'Toob' because of the 'toobular' shape of the leaves.
£12

Phlomis samia

A very unusual species grown for its smoky suede brown flowers. These are born in whorls on upright stems like other Phlomis, but this is a hardy herbaceous perennial, dying down to a leafy rosette in winter, rather than a shrub. There are a few other herbaceous Phlomis, including the more familiar russeliana and cashmeriana but despite the less colourful flowers I like this one best. Tough and adaptable.
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