Verbascum 'Gainsborough'

Also Known As

Gainsborough Mullein

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 48"-54"
W: 18"

planting zones

5a-9b

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Verbascum 'Gainsborough' plant details

Verbascum 'Gainsborough' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with blue and white foliage. In summer yellow flowers emerge. Features fuzzy texture. Attracts butterflies making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Verbascum 'Gainsborough'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: scrophulariaceae
Foliage: deciduous blue and white
Mature size: 18 IN wide, 48 IN - 54 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in summer
Uses: cottage garden, rock garden, self-sowing, showy, xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Verbascum 'Gainsborough'

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, rabbit and snail / slug, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

This Verbascum's hushed colors are soothing to the senses and easy to blend with other perennials. Centered by delicate orange stamens, the cupped, dusky primrose yellow flowers and cream-colored buds crowd numerous branched candelabra-style spires. Wooly gray leaves converge at the base of the statuesque presentation, while Echinops 'Arctic Glow's snow-white spheres make a pleasing counterpoint.

By: Digging Dog Nursery

Gardening facts about Verbascum 'Gainsborough' plant

How to Grow Verbascum 'Gainsborough'

Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Special Situation
- heat tolerant

Features

Foliage Color
- white
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- butterflies
- deer resistant
- snail / slug resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
Texture
- fuzzy