Verbascum ‘Dark Eyes’
Dwarf Hybrid Mullein |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Plant number: 1.537.430
A refined cousin to the common roadside mullein, this is a showy and compact selection for the well-drained sunny border. Grey-green leaves are held in a low rosette, bearing upright spikes with delicate blooms of creamy yellow with a contrasting maroon eye. Plants flower over a long period, and the spikes are excellent for cutting. Remove faded bloom spikes to encourage more buds. Attractive to butterflies. Hybrid Mulleins can sometimes literally bloom themselves to death: to help prevent this, cut plants back to 3 inches in early September to force new vegetative growth at the base. USPP#16986: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.
Further details for
Verbascum ‘Dark Eyes’
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 Creamy Yellow Red
Blooming Time Early Summer Mid Summer Early Fall
Foliage Color Grey Green Silver
Plant Uses & Characteristics Accent: Good Texture/Form Alpine & Rock Attracts Butterflies Border Containers Cut Flower Deer Resistant Drought Tolerant Rabbit Resistant Specimen
Flower Head Size Large
Height 25-30 cm 10-12 inches
Spread 25-30 cm 10-12 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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