Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum — Columnar upright, Bushy

Overview

Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum is a columnar upright, bushy herbaceous perennial in the genus Verbascum, part of the Scrophulariaceae family, with evergreen, semi-evergreen, deciduous foliage. Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and alkaline pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H6. Suggested uses include gravel garden, cottage and informal garden, wildlife gardens and flower borders and beds.

About

Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum is a herbaceous perennial cultivar within the Verbascum genus, known for its columnar upright and bushy habit. This plant thrives in full sun and prefers well-drained, alkaline soils such as chalk, loam, or sand. It is hardy to UK zone H6 and is suitable for various garden settings including gravel gardens, cottage and informal gardens, wildlife gardens, and flower borders. Its season of interest spans summer and autumn, reflecting the typical flowering period of Verbascum species, which bear five-petaled, cup-shaped blooms and often have hairy foliage.

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: Chalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pH: Alkaline
Soil moisture: Well-drained
Aspect: South-facing, West-facing
Exposure: Exposed, Sheltered
UK hardiness: H6

Plant details

Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum size, habit and characteristics

Plant type: Herbaceous Perennial
Habit: Columnar upright, Bushy
Foliage: Evergreen, Semi-evergreen, Deciduous
Suggested uses: Gravel garden, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens, Flower borders and beds

Care notes

Pruning and caring for Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum

Propagation: Seed sown in containers in a cold frame in spring or early summer, Root cuttings in winter, Divide mature plants in spring
Pest resistance: Mullein moth caterpillars, Figwort weevil
Disease resistance: Powdery mildews

Frequently asked questions

Where is the best place to plant Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum?

Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.

What soil does Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum need?

Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It prefers alkaline soil. Aim for soil that stays well-drained.

Is Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum hardy in the UK?

Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum has an RHS hardiness rating of H6, meaning it is very hardy, tolerating -20 to -15°C across most of the UK.

How do I propagate Verbascum undulatum var. eu-undulatum?

Seed sown in containers in a cold frame in spring or early summer, Root cuttings in winter, Divide mature plants in spring.

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