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Verbascum Southern Charm
Verbascum Southern Charm
Verbascum x hybrida Southern Charm
Hybrid Mullein
I am disappointed with my order. The website states that the packets contain a minimum of 30 seeds, however, I received a repackaged packet containing only 8 seeds. I hope they will germinate because with so few seeds, the chances of success are still reduced.
Ewen, 03/04/2024
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Description
The mixture of Verbascum x hybrida 'Southern Charm' F1 Hybrid, also known as Mullein, is a collection resulting from successful cross-breeding. These have produced a range of very romantic pastel shades. The tall spikes composed of numerous small flowers in cream, lavender-pink and salmon-pink with a purple centre, bloom from June to August, attracting butterflies and other pollinators. Essential in herbaceous borders, it will allow you to create rather spectacular bouquets.
Most Verbascums share this tall and graceful appearance. Some are even nicknamed "Cierge de Notre Dame" in honour of the Virgin Mary. Their base consists of a rosette of large elliptical leaves, about 20cm (8in) long, in a grey-green colour, sometimes covered in down. From this base emerge stems that can reach almost 2 metres (7 feet) in certain species. They end in a spike covered with small 3 cm (1in) flowers with a corolla of five petals and five stamens that open gradually, one after the other. This height sometimes requires staking if the mulleins are exposed to wind. They are short-lived perennials that appreciate well-drained soil and cannot tolerate excessive winter moisture. However, they are resistant to drought and prefer sunny locations, while also tolerating partial shade. If the soil is suitable, they will self-seed, but the new generation will have different characteristics and offer you something new, as this mixture is the result of hybridization. For a possible flowering in early autumn, you can prune back the stems with faded spikes.
The mixture of Verbascum x hybrida 'Southern Charm' F1 Hybrid weaves its way through all borders among summer flowers. Its height, ranging from 60 to 120cm (24 to 47in), allows it to mingle with tall hollyhocks and delphiniums, as well as valerians, lupins, and Dame's Rocket. Its varied colours will blend in a pastel ensemble, complementing pink and salmon tones. If you wish to keep it within sight, container cultivation is possible, but don't forget to water and fertilize.
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Foliage
Plant habit
Botanical data
Verbascum
x hybrida
Southern Charm
Schrophulariaceae
Hybrid Mullein
Cultivar or hybrid
Planting and care
The seeds of Verbascum x hybrida 'Southern Charm' F1 Hybrid can be sown in a seed tray under cover in spring from March onwards, and even February for milder regions, as germination will occur between 15°C (59°F) and 18°C (64.4°F).
Just cover the seeds with a thin layer of compost (1 to 2mm) that you will keep slightly moist and place in the sun (essential for germination). They will germinate in 1 to 3 weeks. When the seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them into buckets (7/8cm (3in)). Later, when the plant is well established, you can put it in place. Choose a well-drained soil and a sunny spot.
As with other perennials, sowing can also be done in late spring, early summer to transplant the plants in place in autumn.
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Hardiness is the lowest winter temperature a plant can endure without suffering serious damage or even dying. However, hardiness is affected by location (a sheltered area, such as a patio), protection (winter cover) and soil type (hardiness is improved by well-drained soil).
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The flowering period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, the United Kingdom, Ireland, the Netherlands, etc.)
It will vary according to where you live:
- In zones 9 to 10 (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), flowering will occur about 2 to 4 weeks earlier.
- In zones 6 to 7 (Germany, Poland, Slovenia, and lower mountainous regions), flowering will be delayed by 2 to 3 weeks.
- In zone 5 (Central Europe, Scandinavia), blooming will be delayed by 3 to 5 weeks.
In temperate climates, pruning of spring-flowering shrubs (forsythia, spireas, etc.) should be done just after flowering.
Pruning of summer-flowering shrubs (Indian Lilac, Perovskia, etc.) can be done in winter or spring.
In cold regions as well as with frost-sensitive plants, avoid pruning too early when severe frosts may still occur.
The planting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions located in USDA zone 8 (France, United Kingdom, Ireland, Netherlands).
It will vary according to where you live:
- In Mediterranean zones (Marseille, Madrid, Milan, etc.), autumn and winter are the best planting periods.
- In continental zones (Strasbourg, Munich, Vienna, etc.), delay planting by 2 to 3 weeks in spring and bring it forward by 2 to 4 weeks in autumn.
- In mountainous regions (the Alps, Pyrenees, Carpathians, etc.), it is best to plant in late spring (May-June) or late summer (August-September).
The harvesting period indicated on our website applies to countries and regions in USDA zone 8 (France, England, Ireland, the Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...) fruit and vegetable harvests are likely to be delayed by 3-4 weeks.
In warmer areas (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), harvesting will probably take place earlier, depending on weather conditions.
The sowing periods indicated on our website apply to countries and regions within USDA Zone 8 (France, UK, Ireland, Netherlands).
In colder areas (Scandinavia, Poland, Austria...), delay any outdoor sowing by 3-4 weeks, or sow under glass.
In warmer climes (Italy, Spain, Greece, etc.), bring outdoor sowing forward by a few weeks.