Mullein. A semi-evergreen perennial with rosettes of grey-green wrinkled leaves. Erect spikes of saucer-shaped, soft yellow flowers in summer. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 30cm. Flowers June to August. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Verbascum ‘Gainsborough’
A semi-evergreen perennial with rosettes of grey-green wrinkled leaves. Erect spikes of saucer-shaped, soft yellow flowers in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Verbascum |
|---|---|
| Species | |
| Varietry | 'Gainsborough' |
| Common Name | Mullein |
| Flower Colour | yellow |
| Soil | Poor |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Semi-evergreen |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Scrophulariaceae |
| Spread | 30cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Erect |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, 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 |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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