Verbascum hybridum Banana Custard™

Hardy Perennial
T&M Original

• Days to germinate : 10 to 14
• Flowers in : June to September the following year
• Germination : Easy
• Aftercare : Easy
• Ideal for : Borders, Cottage Gardens, Cut Flowers
• Height : 6 feet

Description

Large soft yellow flowers are produced on strong stems, suitable for 1 to 3 litre pot production.

Sowing Instructions

Sow on to a moist seed sowing compost in a 576 pug tray or similar size unit. Do not cover the seed and propagate at 18 to 20 c. Germination should take place after 7 to 10 days. After germination maintain a temperature of 15 c or as cool as possible depending on the weather conditions. Shade the seedlings from strong direct sunlight.

Growing Instructions

Grow on the seedlings lightly shaded and when they are established and fill the tray pot on into 1 litre pots or put 3 plugs into a 2 or 3 litre pot. Over winter in a well ventilated unheated glasshouse, tunnel or cold frame for sales the following April to May.