You can cut back the stems of your Phlomis fruticosa or Jerusalem sage after flowering to encourage additional blooms.

Do you cut back phlomis?

Care and maintenance. Phlomis can be a little untidy in their shape, so cut plants back in spring to contain them.

How do you take care of phlomis?

Phlomis are easy to maintain, and are the perfect shrub for those with limited time. They require watering in sustained periods of dry weather and moderately throughout the year otherwise. The seed heads of this plant will create winter interest, alongside providing a vital food source to birds and wildlife.