| Common Name | Great Mullein |
| Family | Plantaginaceae |
| Genus | Verbascum |
| Species | Thapsus |
| Origin | Europe / Asia |
| Blooming | Biennial, flowers in second year summer |
| Leaf Color | Grey-green with white hairs |
| Sunlight | Sun |
| Category | Kitchen garden plants |
| Pet Friendly | No |
Well-drained sandy or loamy soil, tolerates poor and dry conditions
Water moderately during establishment, highly drought tolerant once mature, avoid waterlogging
Requires full sun exposure for optimal height and flowering, shade causes leggy growth
Low nutrient requirements, minimal fertilization needed annually in spring
Cut back dead flowering stalks after bloom to prevent self-seeding
These are the insects and pathogens that commonly interact with this plant, including pests, parasites, and organisms typically associated with its care.
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