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Verbascum 'Spica'
Also Known As
- Verbascum hybridum 'Spica'
Plant type
annual / biennial
size
- H: 5'
- W: 12"
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Verbascum 'Spica' plant details
Verbascum 'Spica' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen annual / biennial with blue, gold and white foliage. In spring and summer white flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Verbascum 'Spica'
- Plant type: annual / biennial
- Plant family: scrophulariaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen blue, gold and white
- Mature size: 12 IN wide, 5 FT tall
- Flowers: white blooms in spring and summer
- Uses: border plant, cottage garden, easy-to-grow, rare, rock garden
GROWING CONDITIONS for Verbascum 'Spica'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and snail / slug, heat
- Soil needs: gritty and well-drained
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How to Grow Verbascum 'Spica'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- white
- gold
- blue
Flower Color
- white
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
Flower Season
- summer
- spring
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
Texture
- fuzzy
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