Verbascum 'Helen Johnson'

mullein or verbascum

Family	Scrophulariaceae
Plant Type	herbaceous perennial
Zone	USDA: 5a - 8b RHS: H EGF: H1 - H4 Australia: 1 - 2
Care Level	low, easy, suitable for beginners.
Height	0.9 - 1.2 m (3 - 4 ft)
Spread	45 - 60 cm (1.5 - 2 ft)
Light	full sun to partial shade
Soil Moisture	low to average, well-drained
Soil Type	clay to sandy
Soil pH	acidic to alkaline

Description	Verbascum 'Helen Johnson' (mullein) bears showy and pale yellow blossoms during late spring to early fall. This herbaceous perennial has greyish green foliage. Find a prominent place in your garden for this stunning herbaceous perennial which has been designated a specimen.
Typical Uses	Accent, border, container, cut flowers and specimen.
Special Characteristics	Butterflies are attracted to Verbascum 'Helen Johnson' . This plant has a natural ability to resist deer and rabbits, and it is tolerant of drought.