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Common Mullein Plant

Common Mullein Plant

$14.99

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Description

Verbascum thapsus was brought over from Europe by settlers where it was used as a medicinal herb, as a remedy for coughs and diarrhea and a respiratory stimulant for the lungs when smoked.  A methanol extract from common mullein has been used as an insecticide for mosquito larvae.

Care

Use well draining, poor to average soil that's slightly alkaline. Plant mullein in full sun. Space taller types 3 feet apart, shorter varieties 1 foot apart. Keep soil moist when growing from seed or when flowering, otherwise, mullein is drought tolerant.  Because common mullein produces massive amounts of seeds that easily sprout nearby, it often feels like a permanent or perennial patch returning year after year in Zone 7 and other regions. Biennial in zones 3-9.

Growth Habit

Once mature, this plant typically reaches up from 2-7 feet tall and can be up to 2.5 wide. A drought-tolerant variety, mullein produces bright yellow blooms with five-petaled flowers grouped closely on a leafy spike. Blooms May–September.

Toxicity

The leaves and stems feature dense, stiff hairs that can irritate a pet's mouth, throat, and digestive tract. Generally deer resistant.


Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.
Description

Verbascum thapsus was brought over from Europe by settlers where it was used as a medicinal herb, as a remedy for coughs and diarrhea and a respiratory stimulant for the lungs when smoked.  A methanol extract from common mullein has been used as an insecticide for mosquito larvae.

Care

Use well draining, poor to average soil that's slightly alkaline. Plant mullein in full sun. Space taller types 3 feet apart, shorter varieties 1 foot apart. Keep soil moist when growing from seed or when flowering, otherwise, mullein is drought tolerant.  Because common mullein produces massive amounts of seeds that easily sprout nearby, it often feels like a permanent or perennial patch returning year after year in Zone 7 and other regions. Biennial in zones 3-9.

Growth Habit

Once mature, this plant typically reaches up from 2-7 feet tall and can be up to 2.5 wide. A drought-tolerant variety, mullein produces bright yellow blooms with five-petaled flowers grouped closely on a leafy spike. Blooms May–September.

Toxicity

The leaves and stems feature dense, stiff hairs that can irritate a pet's mouth, throat, and digestive tract. Generally deer resistant.


Satisfaction

Plant size and shape may differ from what is pictured.

For mail orders: Plants may go through shock during shipping. Upon arrival, take the plant out and water it thoroughly. If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please notify us via email at sales@amgardens.com and include a photo(s) within 24 hours of plant arrival.

For in store purchases: If you are not satisfied with your purchase, please call us at 423-870-5000 or return the plant in its original pot/condition within 3 days. Trees and shrubs have a 6 month warranty (exceptions may apply), but we highly encourage you to give us a call or email if you notice issues with your plant. We'd love to help you figure out what's wrong and save your plant! 

Shipping

Orders are shipped on Wednesdays and Thursdays; if your order is placed on a Wednesday, it may not ship until the following Wednesday. During peak season there may be delays in shipping. If it is too hot or cold, we suggest ordering during milder months to ensure plants arrive in best condition.