Verbascum Hybridum Southern Charm

Verbascum Southern Charm

Discover the beautiful and unusual Verbascum Hybridum Southern Charm! This variety boasts long, elegant flowering spikes in subtle yet eye-catching shades of peach, pink, lilac, and apricot, with each individual flower adorned with a charming darker eye.

Reaching approximately 3 feet (90cm) tall, the strong stems are excellent for cutting and bringing their unique charm indoors. This is a short-lived perennial, typically lasting 2-3 years in the garden, but it self-seeds readily for a continual presence.

Key Features of Verbascum Southern Charm:

• Unique Color Palette: Features subtle shades of peach, pink, lilac, and apricot.
• Darker Eye Detail: Each flower has an attractive contrasting darker center.
• Excellent for Cutting: Tall, sturdy stems are perfect for floral arrangements.
• Short-Lived Perennial (2-3 years): Provides beauty for a few seasons.
• Self-Seeding: Naturally replenishes in the garden for continuous enjoyment.
• Tolerates Poor Soil: Adaptable to various soil types.
• Prefers Full Sun: Thrives in sunny locations.

Growing Tips for Your Verbascum Hybridum Southern Charm Seeds:

Direct Sow (Autumn): Sow thinly into prepared soil approximately 2 months before the first frost. Once germinated, thin seedlings to a spacing of 45cm (18 inches).

Indoor Sow (Late Winter/Early Spring): Sow on the surface of deep pots or root trainers filled with moist, well-drained seed compost from February to March. Allow 3cm (1 inch) between seeds and just cover with a fine layer of soil or vermiculite. Keep moist and propagate at 15-18°C (59-64°F).

Germination takes 2-4 weeks. After germination, reduce moisture slightly, allowing the soil to dry out a bit between waterings. When seedlings are large enough to handle, transplant them to 8cm (3 inch) pots.

Acclimatize them to outdoor conditions and plant out after all danger of frost has passed, with a spacing of 60cm (2 feet).