Grecian Mullein

Verbascum Olympicum

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Overview

The Grecian Mullein, Verbascum olympicum, thrives in well-drained soils, reaching up to 6-8 feet tall. This biennial, adorned with woolly, silver-gray leaves, showcases dense, towering spikes with yellow blooms in summer. An excellent focal point, it's drought-tolerant and prefers full sun. Space 2-3 feet apart. Deer-resistant, it attracts pollinators, adding height and drama to Mediterranean or gravel gardens. Hardy to USDA Zone 5.

Sun FullWater Extra in Summer, Low, MediumZones 5–8Climate Temperate

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — The Grecian Mullein, Verbascum olympicum, thrives in well-drained soils, reaching up to 6-8 feet tall

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — towering spikes with yellow blooms in summer

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — An excellent focal point, it's drought-tolerant and prefers full sun

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — Deer-resistant, it attracts pollinators, adding height and drama to Mediterranean or gravel gardens

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — scientifically known as Verbascum olympicum

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — Predominantly found in the Mediterranean regions

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — this robust species boasts a stout and erect growth habit

Culture

Sun: Full
Water: Extra in Summer, Low, Medium
USDA zones: 5–8

Shape & size

Classification

Family: Scrophulariaceae
Climate: Temperate

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Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — The Grecian Mullein, Verbascum olympicum, thrives in well-drained soils, reaching up to 6-8 feet tall

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — towering spikes with yellow blooms in summer

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — An excellent focal point, it's drought-tolerant and prefers full sun

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — Deer-resistant, it attracts pollinators, adding height and drama to Mediterranean or gravel gardens

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — scientifically known as Verbascum olympicum

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — Predominantly found in the Mediterranean regions

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — this robust species boasts a stout and erect growth habit

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — These blooms burst forth in the second year after sowing, usually blooming from early to mid-summer

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — typically reaching heights of 5 to 6 feet

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — Each flower spike can stretch up to 3 feet long

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — and is abuzz with the activity of pollinators

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — which are attracted to their abundant nectar.<br><br>Foliage is equally impressive

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — felt-like leaves that form a basal rosette up to 12 inches in diameter in the first year

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — These leaves are semi-evergreen

Grecian Mullein (Verbascum Olympicum) — providing year-round interest

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