{"product_id":"dark-mullein-hardy-perennial-for-herbaceous-borders-uk","title":"Dark Mullein – Hardy Perennial for Herbaceous Borders UK","description":"\u003ch2 data-start=\"0\" data-end=\"90\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"3\" data-end=\"90\"\u003eDark Mullein (Verbascum nigrum) – Hardy Perennial with Rich Yellow Flower Spikes UK\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"92\" data-end=\"349\"\u003eUsually available: spring \u0026amp; summer\u003cbr data-start=\"126\" data-end=\"129\"\u003eLife cycle: hardy perennial\u003cbr data-start=\"156\" data-end=\"159\"\u003eHeight: 90–150cm\u003cbr data-start=\"175\" data-end=\"178\"\u003eBloom colour: rich yellow with orange-purple anthers\u003cbr data-start=\"230\" data-end=\"233\"\u003ePosition: full sun \/ light shade\u003cbr data-start=\"265\" data-end=\"268\"\u003eSpacing: 45–60cm apart\u003cbr data-start=\"290\" data-end=\"293\"\u003eSoil preference: well-drained, moderately fertile soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"351\" data-end=\"455\"\u003eYou will receive \u003cstrong data-start=\"368\" data-end=\"397\"\u003e1 Dark Mullein plug plant\u003c\/strong\u003e, organically grown and ready to establish in your garden.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"457\" data-end=\"556\"\u003eAll of our herb plants are grown organically using certified organic potting mixes and fertilisers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"558\" data-end=\"561\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"563\" data-end=\"616\"\u003eA Striking Cottage Garden Perennial for UK Borders\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"953\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"618\" data-end=\"659\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"hover:entity-accent entity-underline inline cursor-pointer align-baseline\"\u003e\u003cspan class=\"whitespace-normal\"\u003eVerbascum nigrum\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/span\u003e\u003c\/strong\u003e is a beautiful and reliable hardy perennial, much admired in traditional herbaceous borders. In its first season, it forms a neat rosette of dark green leaves. As it matures, it sends up elegant upright spikes of rich yellow flowers, each marked with distinctive deep orange to purple anthers.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"955\" data-end=\"1202\"\u003eWell suited to UK gardens, Dark Mullein brings vertical structure and long-lasting summer colour to borders, wildlife areas, and cottage garden schemes. Its tall, airy flower spikes sway gracefully in the breeze, adding movement and natural charm.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1204\" data-end=\"1207\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1209\" data-end=\"1234\"\u003eWhy Grow Dark Mullein?\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1236\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1238\" data-end=\"1279\"\u003eHardy perennial suitable for UK climate\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1280\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1282\" data-end=\"1312\"\u003eElegant yellow flower spikes\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1313\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1315\" data-end=\"1347\"\u003eStriking orange-purple anthers\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1348\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1350\" data-end=\"1380\"\u003eIdeal for herbaceous borders\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1381\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1383\" data-end=\"1411\"\u003ePollinator friendly blooms\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1412\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1414\" data-end=\"1448\"\u003eLow maintenance once established\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1450\" data-end=\"1537\"\u003eThis is a long-flowering perennial that adds height and contrast among softer planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1539\" data-end=\"1542\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1544\" data-end=\"1570\"\u003eGarden \u0026amp; Wildlife Value\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1668\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1572\" data-end=\"1594\"\u003eOrnamental impact:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1594\" data-end=\"1597\"\u003eA graceful architectural plant perfect for mid-to-back border planting.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1777\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1670\" data-end=\"1693\"\u003ePollinator support:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1693\" data-end=\"1696\"\u003eThe open flowers are attractive to bees and beneficial insects throughout summer.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1887\"\u003e\u003cstrong data-start=\"1779\" data-end=\"1805\"\u003eNaturalistic planting:\u003c\/strong\u003e\u003cbr data-start=\"1805\" data-end=\"1808\"\u003eBlends beautifully with cottage garden perennials and wildflower-style schemes.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"1889\" data-end=\"1892\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"1894\" data-end=\"1927\"\u003eGrowing Dark Mullein in the UK\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1929\" data-end=\"1959\"\u003eDark Mullein performs best in:\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cul data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1961\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"1963\" data-end=\"1997\"\u003eFull sun for strongest flowering\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"1998\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2000\" data-end=\"2019\"\u003eWell-drained soil\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2020\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2022\" data-end=\"2062\"\u003eHerbaceous borders or wildlife gardens\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003cli data-start=\"2063\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2065\" data-end=\"2099\"\u003eOpen positions with good airflow\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003c\/li\u003e\n\u003c\/ul\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2101\" data-end=\"2262\"\u003eIt is fully hardy throughout the UK and tolerant of average garden soils. Deadheading can prolong flowering, or allow seed heads to form for a more natural look.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2264\" data-end=\"2327\"\u003eSpacing plants 45–60cm apart allows for healthy upright growth.\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2329\" data-end=\"2332\"\u003e\n\u003ch2 data-start=\"2334\" data-end=\"2361\"\u003ePhysical Characteristics\u003c\/h2\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2363\" data-end=\"2553\"\u003eHeight: 90–150cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2379\" data-end=\"2382\"\u003eSpread: 45–60cm\u003cbr data-start=\"2397\" data-end=\"2400\"\u003eFoliage: dark green basal rosette\u003cbr data-start=\"2433\" data-end=\"2436\"\u003eFlowers: rich yellow blooms with contrasting orange-purple anthers\u003cbr data-start=\"2502\" data-end=\"2505\"\u003eGrowth habit: upright, clump-forming perennial\u003c\/p\u003e\n\u003chr data-start=\"2555\" data-end=\"2558\"\u003e\n\u003cp data-start=\"2560\" data-end=\"2759\"\u003eWith Dark Mullein, your garden gains elegant vertical interest, vibrant summer colour, and pollinator-friendly blooms. 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