Verbascum thapsus

Common Mullein, Aaron's Rod, Flannel Plant, Hag Taper, Torches, Velvet Plant

Family: Scrophulariaceae Figwort


Type Bi-annual
USDA Hardiness range 3A - 8B
Exposure Full sun
Bloom color Yellow
Bloom time Early Summer to Early Fall
Water needs Dry to moist
Landscape uses Border
Height 4' to 5' / 1.20m to 1.60m
Spread 16" to 18" / 40cm to 45cm
Growth rate Fast
Bloom attributes Attracts butterflies, suitable for dried flowers
Leaf color Green, silvery
Fruit color Tan
Soil pH requirements Alkaline
Soil type Sandy, clay, loamy
Form Columnar, upright or erect
Attributes and features Attracts birds, attractive foilage, invasive, naturalizing