verbascum - A Selection

This plant is a low-maintenance mullein for cottage gardens and wildlife gardens. It is the only plant you need for border plants in cottage gardens to make a noticeable impression is Verbascum olympicum. Tall spikes of buttery-yellow blooms are held in place by the felted, silvery rosette of basal foliage. The perennial Verbascum Olympicum often blooms in its third year and dies soon after its impressive show. It is a rather short-lived plant. Although this mullein is a strong self-seeder,

Every garden needs a plant that shouts 'look at me' so a Verbascum olympicum is a worthy contender. It will tolerate conditions that other plants would find hard to thrive in, such as hot and dry borders and poor soil and will quickly grow to 2 metres tall. The felted, silver rosette of basal foliage forms a backdrop to tall spikes of buttery-yellow flowers. Although Verbascum olympicum or Olympian Mullein is a hardy perennial it may not bloom until it's third year and often dies after

This beautiful hardy perennial boasts dainty flower spikes of colourful blooms which appear above basal rosettes of crinkly, semi-evergreen foliage. Verbascum phoeniceum is drought tolerant and will brighten borders with its eye-catching flowers from May to July, attracting plenty of pollinating insects. This Purple Mullein will happily seed about and is ideal for a sunny border or cottage garden, as well as making a superb cut flower. Height: 90cm (35?). Spread: 45cm (18?).

Short spires of custard yellow blooms with contrasting maroon eyes make this a showy border perennial. Unlike some varieties, Verbascum 'Dark Eyes' is neat and compact, reaching only 30cm (12) tall.

Verbascum, 'Lavender Lass' is a tidy and compact variety which is ideal for adding vertical interest to the front of cottage garden borders. The elegant violet blooms have a dark eye and look particularly effective grown on mass where they will burst into colour from June to August, creating a beautiful display and attracting lots of pollinating insects. This pretty hardy perennial will also make a wonderful cut flower! Height and spread: 30cm (12).

Southern Charm' is a ready-to-grow plant! They are hand-picked from the nursery for their stunning garden display. They also make wonderful cut flowers! We send them to you green and ahead of flowering (though some varieties may show a few blooms). This implies that the plants will establish themselves quickly. Furthermore, their energy will be spent on producing better roots. This results in more flowers throughout the season. The long spikes of these 1 in. flowers in apricot, dusky pink,

Verbascum 'Sugar Plum' is an eye-catching perennial that stands tall and proud, celebrated for its vibrant flower color and elegant vertical form. This plant brings a delightful burst of interest to sunny borders and gravel gardens, where it not only adds structure but also infuses the landscape with its rich hues. The striking flower spikes, adorned with clusters of sugar-plum purple blooms and bright orange-yellow stamens, create a stunning visual display that captivates the eye throughout

Verbascum 'Peach Champagne' is a striking, eye-catching perennial that will add a touch of elegance and warmth to any garden. This stunning variety boasts soft, peachy-orange blooms with a hint of yellow, creating a sophisticated and graceful display throughout the summer months. The tall flower spikes, adorned with velvety, trumpet-shaped flowers, rise above the silvery-green foliage, making it a beautiful focal point in borders, flower beds, or containers. Easy to grow and low-maintenance,

Spires of papery purple blooms

Bears airy candles of fluttery pure white flowers which rise from basal rosettes of semi-evergreen leaves

A compact variety with a stocky habit and short, sturdy spires, Verbascum ‘Dark Eyes’ (Mullein) is a low maintenance and long-lasting addition to the front of a border or for displaying in patio containers. Great for combining with other perennials to make a contrast in habit or achieve the quintessential cottage garden look. During the summer months, the upright stems produce a beautiful show of lemon-yellow flowers, each with a striking burgundy eye for contrast. A great choice for

Verbascum 'Dark Eyes' is a captivating perennial that adds a touch of elegance to any garden with its unique and vibrant blooms. This hardy plant features short spires adorned with custard yellow flowers contrasted by deep maroon eyes, creating a striking visual effect. Unlike some larger varieties, 'Dark Eyes' remains compact, reaching only about 30cm in height, making it an excellent choice for the front of borders where its beautiful flowers can be fully appreciated.Ideal for cottage garden

Verbascum 'Peach Champagne' is a compact variety featuring apricot spires with rosy centres, adding soft, sunset shades to the garden.

This beautiful hardy perennial boasts dainty flower spikes of white blooms which appear above basal rosettes of crinkly, semi-evergreen foliage. Verbascum phoeniceum ?Flush of White? is drought tolerant and will brighten borders from May to July, attracting plenty of pollinating insects. This Mullein will seed about but the seedlings don't always bloom true to colour. Height: 60cm (24?). Spread: 45cm (18?).

A compact, short-lived, semi-evergreen perennial with spires of pale yellow flow

Semi-evergreen summer flowering perennial with yellow flowers