Verbascum 'Honey Dijon' — Clump forming

Overview

Verbascum 'Honey Dijon' is a clump forming perennial in the genus Verbascum, part of the Scrophulariaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Verbascum 'Honey Dijon' grows best in full sun, and tolerates well-drained soils and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. Suggested uses include borders, cottage gardens and wildlife gardens.

About

Verbascum 'Honey Dijon' is a perennial cultivar of the Verbascum genus, commonly known as mullein, which belongs to the figwort family Scrophulariaceae. This plant thrives in full sun and well-drained soil, tolerating dry to medium moisture levels and a range of exposures from sheltered to exposed. Suitable for borders, cottage gardens, and wildlife gardens, it is hardy in the UK (H5) and drought tolerant once established. After flowering, cutting back the flower spikes encourages new growth, and propagation can be done by seed or basal cuttings.

About the genus

Verbascum is a genus of over 450 species of flowering plants, common name mullein, in the figwort family Scrophulariaceae. They are native to Europe and Asia, with the highest species diversity in the Mediterranean.

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Growing conditions

Best soil and position for Verbascum

Sunlight: full sun
Soil type: well-drained
Soil pH: Alkaline
Soil moisture: dry to medium
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: sheltered to exposed
UK hardiness: H5

Plant details

Verbascum 'Honey Dijon' size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: perennial
Habit: Clump forming
Foliage: Deciduous
Suggested uses: borders, cottage gardens, wildlife gardens

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Verbascum 'Honey Dijon'

Cultivation: Grow in well-drained soil in full sun. Drought tolerant once established.
Pruning: Cut back flower spikes after flowering to encourage new growth.
Propagation: Seed, basal cuttings
Pest resistance: Mullein moth caterpillar, Figwort weevil
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

How do I grow Verbascum 'Honey Dijon'?

Grow in well-drained soil in full sun. Drought tolerant once established.

Where is the best place to plant Verbascum 'Honey Dijon'?

Verbascum 'Honey Dijon' prefers full sun. It suits sheltered to exposed positions.

What soil does Verbascum 'Honey Dijon' need?

Verbascum 'Honey Dijon' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays dry to medium.

How do I prune Verbascum 'Honey Dijon'?

Cut back flower spikes after flowering to encourage new growth.

Is Verbascum 'Honey Dijon' hardy in the UK?

Verbascum 'Honey Dijon' has an RHS hardiness rating of H5, meaning it is hardy in most of the UK, tolerating -15 to -10°C.

How do I propagate Verbascum 'Honey Dijon'?

Seed, basal cuttings.

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