common mullein
Verbascum thapsus
Cycle:
Herbaceous Perennial
Watering:
Minimum
Propagation:
Division,Root Cutting,Seed Propagation,Layering Propagation,Stem Propagation
Hardiness Zone:
3 - 9
Flowers:
Yellow Flowers In Summer
Sun:
Filtered shade, Full sun, Part sun/part shade
Soil:
Rocky , gravelly , dry, Well-drained
Fruits:
brown,gray,gray Fruits In Autumn Ready In Summer
Leaf:
Yes
Growth Rate:
High
Maintenance:
Moderate
Drought Tolerant:
Yes
Invasive:
Yes
Care Level:
Low
watering
Common mullein should be watered once every 5-7 days. This plant enjoys moist soil, so ensure the soil has moisture just below the surface before watering again. Avoid over-watering, as this can cause root rot, and the plant may die. When watering, provide enough water to moisten the soil but avoid heavy or frequent watering, which could drown the plant. If planting in containers, make sure to provide enough drainage so that there is no standing water. During hot, dry days, the plant may need to be watered a little more often.
sunlight
Common mullein enjoys plenty of sunlight throughout the day. Ideally, it should get 6-8 hours of direct sunlight every day, spread out over the morning and afternoon. However, this plant can tolerate a little bit of shade during the heat of midday, which helps protect it from getting sunburned or overly dried out. Mullein also thrives best when it has the opportunity for some rest in the shade during the hottest parts of the day.
pruning
When it comes to pruning common mullein, it is best to wait until the plant is done blooming in the summer. Then, use sharp shears or a pruning saw and remove the flowering stems and seed pods. Once the stem has been cut it is possible to remove additional stems as desired. Pruning should be done in moderation so as to not weaken the existing stems or disrupt the natural growth pattern of the plant.
