Verbascum ‘Cherry Helen’
Hybrid Mullein |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Plant number: 1.537.240
Cousins to the common roadside mullein, the Hybrid Mulleins are unusual and showy plants for the well-drained sunny border. Triangular grey-green leaves are held in a low rosette, bearing tall upright spikes with delicate blooms of glowing cherry to plum-red. Plants flower over a long period, and the spikes are excellent for cutting. Remove faded blooms to encourage more buds. A sport of the very popular selection ‘Helen Johnson'. USPPP: unlicensed propagation prohibited.
Further details for
Verbascum ‘Cherry Helen’
Optimal Growing Conditions
Sun Exposure Full Sun
Soil Type Normal or Sandy
Soil pH Neutral or Alkaline or Acid
Soil Moisture Dry
Care Level Moderate
Appearance and Characteristics
Flower Colour Purple Red
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Late Summer
Foliage Color Grey Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Rabbit Resistant Specimen
Flower Head Size Very Large
Height 90-120 cm 35-47 inches
Spread 30-45 cm 12-18 inches
Foot Traffic None
Growth Rate Medium
Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.
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