Olympic Mullein
Olympic Mullein
Verbascum olympicum
Verbascum olympicum
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- Impressive towering flower spikes up to 2 m tall for striking garden accents.
- Attract bees and butterflies with rich nectar for biodiversity.
- Robust and low maintenance, perfect for prairie planting.
- Long-lasting summer bloom from June to August for color throughout the season.
- Drought-tolerant and ideal for sunny, well-drained spots.
Meet Verbascum olympicum Olympic Mullein, a statuesque perennial with bold rosettes and towering flower spikes. It brings classic charm to any bed, with sun-loving vigor and a dramatic display of vibrant yellow spikes above lush leaves.
This versatile plant suits mixed borders and naturalistic schemes, pairing well with grasses and shrubs while attracting pollinators with its nectar-rich blooms.
A easy to grow addition to the garden, the Olympic Mullein delivers enduring character and seasonal drama.
Care and watering
Choose full sun with well-drained soil. Water deeply only when the topsoil dries; avoid wet feet and overhead irrigation.
Maintenance
Deadhead spent flowers to extend bloom; prune if leggy after flowering. Mulch lightly in winter to protect roots.
Location
Plant in a sunny, wind-sheltered spot with gritty, well-drained soil; it tolerates drought and poor soil.
Tips
Support tall stems with stakes, reseed lightly for a natural look, and propagate by seed in spring.
Verbascum olympicum Olympic mullein forms slender, golden-yellow flower spikes that provide an architectural accent in the border. The tall, graceful bloom creates dynamism and contrast with fine leaves and gives a warm, summery look.
Perfect in prairie combinations and mixes of perennials, this summer bloomer attracts butterflies and bees and increases biodiversity and visual richness in every flowering bed.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 3 a 5 |
| Standing | Part shade, Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Evergreen. |
| Flower color | Yellow |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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