Verbascum

Verbascum or Mullein

They have large, velvety green leaves on which tall flower stems are produced that will last right up until the frosts. Once the have flowered they are followed by seed pods, if you don't trim them back these will set seed and you will get more verbascums. Verbascums have a long medicinal reputation and they can be found in herbal stores, they are know to help with lung disease and minor remedy for the skin, throat and breathing ailments.

Where to Site Your Verbascum

Tall perennials that are perfect for back of the borders

How to Grow and Look after Your Verbascum

They are very easy to grow, they like sun or part shade with nice soil.