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Verbascum chaixii 'Sixteen Candles'
Also Known As
- Sixteen Candles Nettle-leaved Mullein
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 40"
- W: 2'
planting zones
- 5a-8b
Verbascum chaixii 'Sixteen Candles' plant details
Verbascum chaixii 'Sixteen Candles' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Attracts bees and butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Verbascum chaixii 'Sixteen Candles'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: scrophulariaceae
- Foliage: deciduous green
- Mature size: 2 FT wide, 40 IN tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
- Uses: showy
GROWING CONDITIONS for Verbascum chaixii 'Sixteen Candles'
- USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
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How to Grow Verbascum chaixii 'Sixteen Candles'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- bees
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
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