Verbascum nigrum | Dark Mullein
DESCRIPTION
Verbascum nigrum, commonly known as dark mullein, is a biennial or short-lived perennial native to Europe and parts of Asia. This hardy plant is often found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and meadows, showcasing its resilience and adaptability. The foliage consists of large, soft, gray-green leaves that form a rosette during the first year, giving way to tall flowering spikes in the second year.
Blooming from early to mid-summer, Verbascum nigrum produces elongated racemes filled with bright yellow flowers that display five petals and a distinctive dark purple center. These vibrant blooms attract various pollinators, including bees and butterflies, adding liveliness to gardens and natural areas. With its dramatic vertical growth and eye-catching flowers, this mullein is a perfect choice for creating a bold statement in perennial borders or wildflower gardens.
DESCRIPTION
Verbascum nigrum, commonly known as dark mullein, is a biennial or short-lived perennial native to Europe and parts of Asia. This hardy plant is often found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and meadows, showcasing its resilience and adaptability. The foliage consists of large, soft, gray-green leaves that form a rosette during the first year, giving way to tall flowering spikes in the second year.
Blooming from early to mid-summer, Verbascum nigrum produces elongated racemes filled with bright yellow flowers that display five petals and a distinctive dark purple center. These vibrant blooms attract various pollinators, including bees and butterflies, adding liveliness to gardens and natural areas. With its dramatic vertical growth and eye-catching flowers, this mullein is a perfect choice for creating a bold statement in perennial borders or wildflower gardens.
DESCRIPTION
Verbascum nigrum, commonly known as dark mullein, is a biennial or short-lived perennial native to Europe and parts of Asia. This hardy plant is often found in disturbed areas, roadsides, and meadows, showcasing its resilience and adaptability. The foliage consists of large, soft, gray-green leaves that form a rosette during the first year, giving way to tall flowering spikes in the second year.
Blooming from early to mid-summer, Verbascum nigrum produces elongated racemes filled with bright yellow flowers that display five petals and a distinctive dark purple center. These vibrant blooms attract various pollinators, including bees and butterflies, adding liveliness to gardens and natural areas. With its dramatic vertical growth and eye-catching flowers, this mullein is a perfect choice for creating a bold statement in perennial borders or wildflower gardens.
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Family: Scrophulariaceae
Height: 2-4 feet tall
Width: 1-2 feet wide
Foliage color: Green, with fuzzy, grayish leaves
Flower color: Bright yellow, with dark purple markings
Bloom time: Late spring to early summer
Light requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Water requirements: Moderate
Maintenance: Low
Growing zone: USDA Zones 4-8
Wildlife attractors: Attracts pollinators, particularly bees and butterflies
