Verbascum hybrid 'Southern Charm'
Mullein
Verbascum 'Southern Charm' - Mullein from Moose Crossing Garden Center
- Beautiful spires of pastel colored flowers
- Mix of yellow, lavender and peach with purple centers
- Low growing rosettes of silvery-green leaves
- Great for cutting garden, Short-lived plant, Reseeds
Border or Bed
Cut Flower/ Foliage
Drought Tolerant
Garden
Heat Tolerant
Rock Garden
Deer Resistant
Homeowner Growing and Maintenance Tips:
Prefers average, well-drained soil with dry to medium moisture and full sun to partial shade. Tolerates a wide range of soil conditions provided they are well drained and drought tolerant once established. Spent flowers can be deadheaded to encourage further blooming but some flowers should be left to reseed, ensuring the plant will remain in the garden.
Height: 2-3 ft
Spread: 1-3 ft
Spacing: 18-24 in
Price Level 1: $7.99 ea.~#1
Bloom Color: Lavender, Multi-Color, Peach, Yellow
Zone: 5-10
Price Level 2: 5 for $35~#1
Additional Characteristics & Attributes:
Attributes:
- Garden
- Cut Flower/ Foliage
- Heat Tolerant
- Rock Garden
- Drought Tolerant
- Border or Bed
- Summer Bloomer
Critter Resistance:
- Rabbit Resistant
- Deer Resistant
Exposure:
- Full Sun
- Partial Sun
Habit:
- Upright
- Mounding
Season of Interest (Flowering):
- Summer
Attracts Wildlife:
- Attracts Pollinators
- Attracts Butterflies
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.