"I ordered this plant several years ago. It has been spindly and short lived in the clay soil, though I have improved the soil repeatedly. However, I have gotten many compliments from people walking through the neighborhood. I have moved to a different area, still in northern Il, but this used to be farmland and has beautiful black soil. I am reordering this plant and hoping for better results in improved soil. It is a very pretty plant, with a nice, old fashioned look."
Reviewer Information
Would recommend: Yes
5
out of 5
(Overall Rating)
My favorite Flowers,
March 14, 2007 Submitted byChelmsford7 from Chelmsford, MA
Plant performance:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
5
out of 5
"I have had these Verbascums in my garden for several years. They have been consistent performers and are a beautiful peach shade with pink accents. They don't like very hot sun and tend to wilt a little in the late afternoon. They also need a little staking to look their best but I think they are worth it."
3 of 3 people found this review helpful.
Reviewer Information
Would recommend: Yes
Type of gardening:
Large Garden
Gardening skill:
Very skilled
State of residence:
MA
Types of plants:
Perennials
Gardening experience:
10+ years
4
out of 5
(Overall Rating)
Southern Charm,
December 9, 2006 Submitted byrudy1947
Plant performance:
4
out of 5
Appearance:
4
out of 5
"Zone 6. May need stake/cage during rain/wind. Color is unique pastel combo. Has three flushes during the growing season. Color has an eclectic appearance in the garden."
2 of 2 people found this review helpful.
Reviewer Information
Would recommend: Yes
5
out of 5
(Overall Rating)
Sublimely Beautiful,
April 25, 2006 Submitted byArtistGardener from St. Paul, MN
Plant performance:
5
out of 5
Appearance:
4
out of 5
"I've grown these from seed started indoors, plants, and root tip cuttings I took myself. It is remarkably easy to propagate and vigorous in well drained soil. What impressed me so much was the recurring bloom- three and sometimes four times here in zone four (if cut back). A must have for cut flowers, but the plant isn't so much to look at. Likes support."
4 of 4 people found this review helpful.
Reviewer Information
Would recommend: Yes
Type of gardening:
Large Garden
Gardening skill:
Very skilled
State of residence:
MN
Types of plants:
Flowers
Gardening experience:
10+ years
