Upright, clump-forming biennial with large basal rosettes of ovate, textured, green leaves. Spikes of flowers in a variety of colors including purple, pink, cream and lavender bloom from late spring to summer. Great for borders and cottage gardens.
Verbascum hybrid 'Plum Smokey'
Mullein
PP16156
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- Large, spikes of plum purple flowers with dark red eyes
- Low growing, rosettes of green leaves
- Long blooming, mid spring - midsummer
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Garden
Great Foliage
Heat Tolerant
Long Blooming
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Plant in full sun and average, dry to medium moisture, well-drained soil Tolerates poor soil, must be well drained Deadheading promotes more blooms, leave some to reseed or deadhead all flowers if desired Drought tolerant once established
Height: 16-18 in
Spread: 12-15 in
Spacing: 12 in
Price Level 1: $13.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Purple, Red
Zone: 5-9
Price Level 2: 4 for $40~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Mass Planting
- Garden
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
- Rock Garden
- Great Foliage
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Long Blooming
- Drought Tolerant
- Heat Tolerant
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
- Mounding
Foliage Color:
- Green
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
- Spring
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
- Attracts Hummingbirds
Soil Moisture:
- Moist, Well-Drained
- Average Water
Genus Overview: Verbascum
Common Name: Mullein
Upright, clump-forming biennial with large basal rosettes of ovate, textured, green leaves. Spikes of flowers in a variety of colors including purple, pink, cream and lavender bloom from late spring to summer. Great for borders and cottage gardens.