How to Propagate and Grow
Biennial Verbascum

Family: Scrophulariaceae

Species: V. bombyciferum

Common Names: Mullein.

Classification: Biennial.

Height: 180cm (72inches).

Flowering: From spring through autumn.

Usage: Ideal for the back of borders and beds.

they are ideal in wildflower and wildlife gardens.

Planted in groups of around five, or more, they make a dramatic focal display.

Site: Grow then in full sun, they thrive in it!

Soil: Any rich and free draining soil.

Propagation Methods: By seed in spring.

Best germination temperature: 68 deg F.

Time from sowing to germination: 3 - 14 days.

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