Verbascum ‘Sugar Plum’

Dwarf Hybrid Mullein

USDA Zone: 5-9

Plant number: 1.537.420

Cousins to the common roadside mullein, the Hybrid Mulleins are unusual and showy plants for the well-drained sunny border. Triangular crispy-green leaves are held in a low rosette, bearing upright spikes with delicate blooms of bright plum purple. Nice compact habit. Plants flower over a long period, and the spikes are excellent for cutting. Remove faded blooms to encourage more buds. Attractive to butterflies. USPP#16224: unlicensed propagation prohibited. Registered with COPF.

Further details for
Verbascum ‘Sugar Plum’

Optimal Growing Conditions

Sun Exposure
Full Sun

Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy

Soil pH
  Neutral or
  Alkaline or
  Acid

Soil Moisture
Dry

Care Level
Moderate

Appearance and Characteristics

Flower Colour
Purple

Blooming Time
  Early Summer
  Mid Summer
  Late Summer
  Early Fall

Foliage Color
Deep Green

Plant Uses & Characteristics
  Accent: Good Texture/Form
  Alpine & Rock
  Attracts Butterflies
  Border
  Containers
  Cut Flower
  Deer Resistant
  Drought Tolerant
  Rabbit Resistant
  Specimen

Flower Head Size
Very Large

Height
30-45 cm
12-18 inches

Spread
30-40 cm
12-16 inches

Foot Traffic
None

Growth Rate
Medium

Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup.