Moth Mullein. A biennial with rosettes of green leaves. Erect stems of yellow flowers in summer. Max Height 1.8m. Max Spread 45cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Verbascum blattaria
A biennial with rosettes of green leaves. Erect stems of yellow flowers in summer.
Category: Bi-annuals
Additional information
Generic | Verbascum |
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Species | blattaria |
Varietry | |
Common Name | Moth Mullein |
Flower Colour | yellow |
Soil | Poor |
Aspect | Full sun |
Foliage | Biennial |
Height | 1.8m |
Family | Scrophulariaceae |
Spread | 45cm |
Growth Speed | |
Growth Habit | Erect |
Fragrance | FALSE |
Foliage Colour | green |
Flowers From | June, August |
Colour Fruit | |
Fruits When | |
Moisture | Well drained |
Protection | |
Hardiness | Hardy |
Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
Care | Keep moist in first year |
Border | Border, Wild garden |
Toxicity | |
Pruning | |
Pruning Time | |
Pests and diseases | |
Maintenance | |
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