Phlomis cashmeriana (Kashmir Sage) Herb Plant

Kashmir Sage (Phlomis cashmeriana) Herb in 1L Pot

Phlomis cashmeriana is an attractive hardy perennial with large rough sage-like shaped leaves covered in hairs giving it a greyish appearance. Kashmir sage has lovely lavender-pink flowers which are borne on upright spikes in whorls around the stems. A strong architectural plant for the sunny border it can grow up to a metre in height.  Easy to grow and enjoys full sun although will tolerate a little shade it prefers a well drained soil. The Spent flower stems look attractive in the frost if left in place and cut back in early spring once risk of frost is past to allow for new growth.

Herb Usage

There are no culinary uses for Kashmir sage despite the name the leaves are not edible. Kashmir Sage is grown for its foliage and architecture properties only. The name Phlomis derives from a Greek word for "flame", it is said that the leaves were used in ancient times as lamp wicks.

Buy Kashmir Sage Online

Our potted Kashmir Sage herb plants are generally available to buy online between May and September.