Greater Mullein Seeds (Verbascum thapsus)

A native herbaceous biennial found on waste ground and in grassy places, mainly on sandy or chalky soil. It forms a rosette of whitish felt-like leaves with a tall spike of yellow flowers which are very attractive to bees and a food source for the caterpillar of the mullein moth.

Good for: Bees and food for the caterpillar of the mullein moth

Height: 30-200cm (1-6ft)

Prefers: Sun or partial shade. Most soils, preferable dryish.

Flowers: Jun - Aug

Seeds per gram: 10,000