Common Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) - Also known as “Aaron’s Rod,” “Great Mullein,” or “Velvet Plant,” this biennial herb is native to Asia, northern Africa, and Europe. It has naturalized in North America and is commonly found as a weedy species in dry, disturbed soils, often growing in large groups along roadsides, vacant lots, rail tracks, gravel pits, and fallowed fields. Mullein can be easily managed by pulling, as its taproot is not deeply anchored. The dried flower heads persist through winter, making them ideal for dried arrangements. Traditionally used as a respiratory medicine, Mullein also makes an impressive garden specimen and attracts many beneficial insects. This hardy plant prefers full sun and tolerates dry conditions and poor soil fertility.
100 seeds per packet
Growing Information: Common Mullein is a biennial, forming a rosette in the first year and flowering in the second. Seeds can be surface-sown in late fall, or, if sowing in spring, they must undergo 4–6 weeks of cold stratification in the refrigerator. Mullein seeds require light to germinate, surface sow on prepared soil in late spring and gently press seeds into place. Keep the soil evenly moist and in a bright location until germination, which typically occurs within a few days. Transplant seedlings, spacing plants approximately 2 feet apart.
Days to Germination: 7 - 21
Plant Spacing: 24" (60cm)
Plant Height: 5' - 6' (150cm - 180cm)
Features:
Hardiness Zones: Biennial to Zone 3
Bloom Time: Summer to Fall
Light Requirements: Full Sun
Attracts Bees & Butterflies
Deer Resistant
Heat & Drought Resistant
Great as Cut Flowers or Bouquets
