Overview
Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' is a perennial in the genus Verbascum, part of the Scrophulariaceae family. Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' grows best in full sun and partial shade, and tolerates well-drained soils and neutral and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H5. It is native to Central Europe, Central Asia and Western China.
About
Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' is a perennial mullein that produces purple-pink flowering spikes through the summer from June to September. It belongs to the family Scrophulariaceae and sits in the genus Verbascum. The plant prefers full sun or partial shade in well-drained soil and tolerates neutral to alkaline pH, demanding only moderate moisture.
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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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In the garden
Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' is a perennial member of the Scrophulariaceae, native to Central Europe, Central Asia and Western China. It flowers between June and September, forming upright spikes of purple-pink blooms that extend the summer display. The cultivar’s season-long flowering makes it useful where extended colour is required. Plant it in a sunny or lightly shaded position with well-drained soil; neutral to alkaline soil suits it best and it prefers only moderate moisture rather than persistently wet ground. It is rated H5, which translates to ‘hardy’ in most UK gardens, so it will tolerate typical winter conditions across much of the country provided drainage is good. Use Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' towards the back of a herbaceous border, in sunny mixed plantings or on open banks where its flowering spikes can be seen above lower companions. Position it where soil does not remain waterlogged and give the plants room for air movement to lessen disease risk. For dependable summer colour, choose a spot that receives full sun or partial shade with neutral to alkaline, well-drained soil.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Verbascum
- Sunlight
- full sun, partial shade
- Soil type
- well-drained
- Soil pH
- neutral, alkaline
- Soil moisture
- moderate
- UK hardiness
- H5
Plant details
Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- perennial
- Native to
- Central Europe, Central Asia, Western China
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino'
- Propagation
- seed,cuttings
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino'?
Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' prefers full sun and partial shade.
What soil does Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' need?
Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' grows best in well-drained soil. It prefers neutral and alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays moderate.
Is Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' hardy in the UK?
Verbascum phoeniceum 'Pink Domino' 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 phoeniceum 'Pink Domino'?
Seed,cuttings.
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