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Verbascum Helen Johnson - Mullein

Verbascum Helen Johnson
Mullein

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Verbascum Helen Johnson, a perennial with tall stems bearing numerous copper-orange flowers with a purple centre.
Flower size
2 cm
Height at maturity
90 cm
Spread at maturity
30 cm
Exposure
Sun
Hardiness
Hardy down to -18°C
Soil moisture
Dry soil
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Recommended planting time September to November
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Description

Verbascum Helen Johnson, or Mullein, is a cross between Verbascum phoeniceum and Verbascum bombyciferum. It forms a rosette and has an upright stem which is thinner at the top. This tall stem, 15 to 45 cm (6 to 18in) long, bears numerous orange-copper flowers with a purple centre from June to September. These flowers are cup-shaped, with a diameter of 1 to 3 cm (0 to 1in). 

The leaves of the Mullein are evergreen, 10 to 20 cm (4 to 8in) long, ovate and silvery green. At maturity, the plant can reach 90 cm (35in) high. Also known as Mullein, it is very hardy but has a relatively short lifespan. However, it self-seeds very well, just like Foxgloves.

This plant is attractive to bees and other insects and is interesting in mixed borders and cottage gardens. It goes well with other summer-flowering perennials or biennials and makes a good border plant.

Flowering

Flower colour orange
Flowering time June to September
Flower size 2 cm

Foliage

Foliage persistence Semi-evergreen
Foliage colour medium green

Plant habit

Height at maturity 90 cm
Spread at maturity 30 cm
Growth rate fast

Botanical data

Genus

Verbascum

Cultivar

Helen Johnson

Family

Scrophulariaceae

Other common names

Mullein

Origin

Cultivar or hybrid

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Planting and care

Place Verbascum Helen Johnson in full sun in a well-ventilated area. It also tolerates partial shade. Plant it in a nitrogen-rich, moist but well-drained soil. Protect it from moisture in winter. This tall plant needs staking for support. Verbascum can be susceptible to powdery mildew and may be attacked by caterpillars and weevils.

Planting period

Recommended planting time September to November

Intended location

Suitable for Meadow, Rockery
Type of use Border, Container
Hardiness Hardy down to -18°C (USDA zone 7a) Show map
Exposure Sun
Soil pH Neutral, Calcareous
Soil type Chalky (poor, alkaline and well-drained), Silty-loamy (rich and light), Stony (poor and well-drained)
Soil moisture Dry soil, well-drained, deep

Care

Pruning instructions Cut the faded flowers at the base to promote reblooming and the longevity of the plant. Cut back the dry parts as soon as they are no longer decorative and clean up the clump no later than the end of winter.
Pruning Pruning recommended once a year
Pruning time August to September
Overwinter Can be left in the ground

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