Purple Mullein Seeds - Heirloom Flower Garden Seeds for Growing

Purple Mullein is a flowering perennial plant grown for its tall flower spikes and purple blooms. The plant develops a rosette of soft foliage during the early growth stage and produces upright flowering stems during the growing season. It is commonly cultivated in cottage gardens, borders, wildflower areas, and naturalized landscapes. Purple Mullein performs well in sunny locations with well-drained soil and adapts to dry and temperate growing conditions. It is suitable for ornamental perennial planting and garden landscape use.

Features

• Produces tall spikes of purple flowers
• Perennial growth habit with seasonal flowering
• Suitable for borders, cottage gardens, and wildflower areas
• Adapted to dry and temperate conditions
• Performs well in full sun locations
• Grows well in well-drained soil
• Suitable for naturalized landscape planting
• Develops attractive foliage and upright flower stems
• Suitable for long-term garden cultivation
• Supports pollinator-friendly garden environments

Specifications

• Scientific Name: Verbascum phoeniceum
• Common Name (US): Purple Mullein
• Seed Type / Variety: Perennial flowering plant seeds
• Growth Habit: Upright herbaceous perennial
• USDA Zones: 5 to 9
• Planting Season: Spring or fall
• Growing Season: Spring to summer
• Sowing Season: Fall to early spring
• Sowing Months: September to November (fall), February to April (spring)
• Germination Time and Conditions: 14 to 30 days at 18 to 21°C with light soil covering
• Sunlight Requirements: Full sun
• Soil Requirements: Well-drained sandy or loamy soil
• Watering Needs: Low to moderate watering after establishment
• Mature Plant Size: 60 to 120 cm height, 30 to 60 cm spread
• Plant Spacing: 30 to 45 cm