Verbascum 'Primrose Path'
mullein 'Primrose Path'
A compact, short-lived, semi-evergreen perennial to 45cm producing a clump of downy, grey-green leaves. Spires of pale yellow flowers, 3cm across, appear in late spring and throughout the summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow | Green Grey Silver | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Yellow | Green Grey Silver | ||
| Autumn | Green Grey Silver | |||
| Winter | Green Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Scrophulariaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Semi evergreen
- Habit
- Columnar upright
- Genus
Verbascum can be annuals, biennials, perennials or subshrubs mostly with hairy leaves and 5-petalled, saucer-shaped flowers
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in alkaline, poor, well-drained soil in a sunny position. Plants grown in fertile soil may need support, see staking perennials
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring or take root cuttings in winter
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Patio and container plants
- Flower borders and beds
- Cut flowers
Pruning
Remove faded flower spikes
Pests
May be susceptible to caterpillars, including mullein moth, and to figwort weevils
Diseases
May be susceptible to Powdery mildews
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