Mullein Verbascum thapsus Bare Roots – 3 Live Plants, Hardy Biennial

About This Plant

Mullein (Verbascum thapsus), also known as Great Mullein or Flannel Plant, is a hardy biennial wildflower valued for soft, velvety foliage and tall spikes of yellow flowers that bloom in its second growing season. This native wildflower prefers full sun to partial shade and moist, well-draining soil. It grows 4–7 feet tall with a leafy rosette in year one and a flowering stalk in year two.

What You Will Receive

3 live Mullein bare roots. Dormant roots ready for planting. Shipped bare root (no pot or foliage). Ready for transplanting into the garden. Secure packaging for safe arrival.

Growing Information

• Common Name: Mullein, Great Mullein, Flannel Plant
• Botanical Name: Verbascum thapsus
• Plant Type: Biennial wildflower
• Growth Stage: Bare roots
• Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Moist, well-draining soil
• Watering: Moderate; water regularly while establishing, drought tolerant once established
• Mature Height: 4–7 feet
• Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
• USDA Zones: 3–9
• Container Friendly: Yes

Care Tip: Plant bare roots as soon as possible after arrival in a sunny location with well-draining soil. Water regularly during establishment, then reduce watering as the plant matures. In year two, the plant typically produces its flowering stalk.

Live Plant Notice

Live plants naturally vary in size, shape, foliage, and appearance. Depending on the season and shipping conditions, plants may arrive dormant, leafless, pruned, bare root, or show minor shipping stress such as wilting or leaf loss.

Listing photos may show a mature plant for reference. The plant you receive may be younger or smaller depending on the size and condition stated in this listing.

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