Verbascum x phoenicuem - 'Shirley Johns' (Purple Mullien)
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Verbascum x phoenicuem cultivation notes: The Mullien chalk grows best on chalk- but it will tolerate most fertile well drained soils - preferring a sheltered position in full sun. Stake taller flower spikes. Leave spikes over winter if sheltered, as they look good, and will self seed
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Plant Strengths: All round tough plant suitable for problem areas; Suitable for container growing; Architectural plant – ideal as a ‘stand out’ plant; Tolerates full sun and sandy, drought-prone soils.
Common Missspellings: Verbascam, Verbaskum, Vabascum, Vibascum
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