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| Family | Scrophulariaceae | | Plant Type | herbaceous perennial | | Zone | USDA: 4a - 9b RHS: H - FH EGF: H1 - H5 Australia: 1 - 3
| | Care Level | low, easy, suitable for beginners. | | Height | 0.6 - 1.2 m (2 - 4 ft) | | Spread | 30 - 60 cm (1 - 2 ft) | | Light | full sun | | Soil Moisture | low to average, well-drained | | Soil Type | clay to sandy | | Soil pH | acidic to alkaline |
| | Description | The herbaceous perennial Verbascum 'Banana Custard' (mullein) bears showy blossoms during late spring to mid-summer. | | Typical Uses | Accent, border, container, cut flowers and mass planting. | | Special Characteristics | Butterflies are attracted to Verbascum 'Banana Custard' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought. | | Cautions | Where conditions are favourable, Verbascum 'Banana Custard' (mullein) can be invasive and may require maintenance to keep it under control. | | |
