Add a bold yet elegant touch to your garden with Verbascum phoeniceum mixed, a unique variety of mullein that stands out with its striking variegated foliage and charming flower spikes. This hardy perennial features rosettes of creamy white and green leaves that create visual interest even before its blooms appear. From late spring to early summer, slender spikes of delicate, saucer-shaped flowers in shades of purple, pink, or white rise above the foliage, adding a vertical element and vibrant colour to borders and cottage gardens.
Verbascum phoeniceum ‘Variegatum’ thrives in sunny locations with well-drained soil, making it ideal for brightening up gravel gardens, mixed borders, or dry, sunny banks. Its variegated foliage provides year-round interest, offering a striking contrast to other plants in your garden, while its flowers are a magnet for pollinators such as bees and butterflies, enhancing biodiversity.
This variety of mullein is drought-tolerant and low-maintenance, making it perfect for gardeners seeking beauty without excessive effort. Plant it in a sunny position with light, sandy, or chalky soil for best results. While it tolerates some dryness, occasional watering during prolonged dry periods ensures optimal growth. Removing spent flower spikes encourages repeat blooming, while a light mulch in spring helps retain moisture and enrich the soil.
Whether you’re looking to add vertical interest to a planting scheme, brighten up a sunny spot, or create a pollinator-friendly garden, Verbascum phoeniceum mixed is a versatile and eye-catching choice. Its unique blend of variegated foliage and delicate blooms offers a fresh and elegant addition to any outdoor space, ensuring it stands out as a true garden gem.
