verbascums

verbascums are often grown in cottage gardens for their architectural height.

the tall verbascums attracted bees with their bright yellow flowers.

many verbascums are native to mediterranean regions with mild climates.

verbascums can tolerate poor, dry soils where other plants struggle.

the verbascums created a striking backdrop for the lower border plants.

some verbascums have soft, velvety leaves that feel like lamb's ears.

verbascums typically bloom from early summer through to autumn.

the herbaceous verbascums died back completely after the first frost.

gardeners divide mature clumps of verbascums every few years.

verbascums produce long taproots that help break up heavy clay soil.

the verbascums added valuable vertical interest to the mixed border.

verbascums self-seed readily in the garden, sometimes becoming invasive.