Verbascum phlomoides Wooly mullein (Scrophulariaceae)

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Verbascum phlomoides
Wooly mullein
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The Verbascum phlomoides plant species is found in S. Europe. Rarely naturalized in Britain[17]. It is a member of the Scrophulariaceae family. Common gardeners may know the plant as Wooly mullein.

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Latin Name:  Verbascum phlomoides
Common Name:  Wooly mullein
Family:  Scrophulariaceae
Author:  L.

Known Hazards:  None known

Mature Height:  1.2   Mature Width:

Habitat:  Dry sandy or stony ground[17].

Cultivation Notes: An easily grown plant, it succeeds in most well-drained soils, including dry ones, and prefers a sunny position[200]. Dislikes shade and wet soils[200]. Thrives on chalk[200]. Prefers a light soil[200]. This species is hardy to at least -15°c[200]. Hybridizes with other members of this genus, though the progeny are usually sterile[200]. Plants can perennate when growing in light well-drained soils[111].

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