Moth Mullein


Scientific Name: Verbascum blattaria L.
Family: Scrophulariaceae
Moth Mullein(Verbascum blattaria)
Verbascum blattaria, Britton, N.L., and A. Brown. 1913. Illustrated flora of the northern states and Canada. Vol. 3: 174
Recommended Temperature Zone:
Sunset®: All zones
USDA: 6-10

Sun Exposure: Full sun

Origin: Eurasia

Growth Habits: Biennial, 2 to 4 feet tall (60-120 cm); lanceolate leaves, irregularly toothed to lobed, up to 2.4 inches long (6 cm) or more.

Watering Needs: Little water

Propagation: Seeds


Blooming Habits:
Light yellow or pinkish white flowers, 1 inch in diameter (2.5 cm), with purple stamens, arranged in loose terminal racemes, blooming most of summer.


 

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