Jerusalem sage
A sturdy Mediterranean plant forming low mats of large heart-shaped leaves. Spikes with whorls of yellow flowers rise 3 feet above the bold foliage in spring. An adaptable shrub which tolerates poor or heavy soils, full sun to light shade and are drought tolerant once established. Requires more water inland then along the coast. Can form a weed smothering ground cover. Pollinator friendly and deer resistant.