How to grow Broussa Mullein

Verbascum bombyciferum

Full Sun
Very Low

Once established this plant does not require fertilizer, supplemental water, or any other care. Flower spikes may be pruned to encourage rebloom, but it will likely bloom continuously anyway. As a biennial, it will remain small during its first year and the main care required is to keep it from being overwhelmed by its neighbors. In its second year it will grow very large and bloom, then will die during its second winter. May reseed.

Transplanting Broussa mullein

Transplants easily when young, but develops a taproot which makes moving difficult when grown. Requires good drainage and sun. Water weekly until established.

Ensure that temperatures are mild and all chance of frost has passed before planting out, as Broussa mullein is a hardy plant.

How long does Broussa mullein take to grow?

These estimates for how long Broussa mullein takes to sprout, grow and harvest are from real observations from real gardeners, right around the world.

Days to Germination How long does it take Broussa mullein to germinate?: 7 days
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When should I plant Broussa mullein?

Our when to plant Broussa mullein estimates are relative to your last frost date.

When to sow The number of days to sow Broussa mullein before or after your last frost date.: 49 days before Last Frost Date

Other names for Broussa mullein

Silver mullein, Turkish mullein