Verbascum phoeniceum 'Violetta' (Purple Mullein)
500 seeds $4.00
Verbascum phoeniceum 'Violetta' starts blooming in late spring, at a time when every flower counts. The violet-purple flowers appear daily, blooming their way up the tall stems. The dark green leaves form a flat, basal rosette.
Plant Verbascum 'Violetta' wherever you need a vertical accent. It may bloom the first year from seed if started early indoors. Nice for cutting .
Verbascum phoeniceum 'Violetta' self sows lightly, or you can deadhead it for repeat blooming. Also known as Purple Mullein. Deer resistant . Hardy perennial in zones 4-8.
height 30" spacing 12"
Sowing Verbascum phoeniceum 'Violetta' Seeds
Start verbascum seeds indoors 8 weeks before the last frost date. Sow on the surface, pressing the seeds into the soil. Full sun to part shade.