
Verbascum olympicum is an impressive perennial that delivers almost instant impact in cottage garden borders. With its dramatic height and bold display of buttery-yellow flowers, this plant makes a striking focal point in hot, dry locations. The plant boasts a rosette of felted, silver foliage at its base, supporting tall, eye-catching flower spikes that bloom in its third year. Although Verbascum olympicum is relatively short-lived, its robust nature as a self-seeder means you'll enjoy new seedlings and continued beauty in your garden for years to come.Perfect for adding a touch of drama to summer borders, this low-maintenance Mullein thrives in poor soils where many other plants might falter. Its ability to handle tough conditions makes it a reliable choice for creating vibrant garden displays and supporting local wildlife. Supplied as 1X 9cm Potted Plants.How to Grow Instructions Light: Prefers full sun for best growth and flowering. Temperature: Tolerates a range of temperatures; protect from extreme frost. Watering: Water regularly until established; drought-tolerant once mature. Feeding: Minimal feeding required; apply a general-purpose fertilizer if needed. Humidity: Prefers dry to average garden humidity; ensure well-drained soil. Included Varieties Verbascum olympicum: Features tall spikes of buttery-yellow flowers and felted silver foliage; ideal for creating dramatic effects in dry, hot borders. Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g., deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied.
Price: £9.99 from Robert Dyas
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