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    Verbascum 'Dark Eyes' PP16986

    Also Known As

    • Dark Eyes Dwarf Mullein

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 8"-12"
    • W: 8"-12"

    planting zones

    • 5a-9b

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    Verbascum 'Dark Eyes' PP16986 plant details

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    The CUTEST Verbascum EVER! A little pixie of a plant with 8” tall spikes over little rosettes of fuzzy foliage with creamy yellow, dark burgundy centered flowers in summer. Enjoys sun, draining soils, water when dry – drought tolerant when established & deer resistant, attracts hummers & pollinators. Perfect for rock gardens, dryish borders, up close and personal!

    By: Secret Garden Growers

    Gardening facts about Verbascum 'Dark Eyes' PP16986 plant

    How to Grow Verbascum 'Dark Eyes' PP16986

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Flower Color

      • yellow
      • burgundy

    • Wildlife

      • beneficial insects
      • bees
      • hummingbirds
      • deer resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

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    Zones

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    Zones

    4a-10b

    Size

    Height: 5'-8'

    Width: 3'-5'

    • sun - mostly sun
    • regular - drought tolerant
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    Plant Type

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    Zones

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    Size

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    Width: 3'

    • sun - bright shade
    • low - drought tolerant
    Photo of Verbascum chaixii 'Album' flower by Annie's Annuals & Perennials
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