Is Hoary Mullein safe for pets?

Yes, Hoary Mullein (Verbascum Pulverulentum) is considered safe for cats and dogs.

Is Hoary Mullein easy to care for?

Hoary Mullein has a easy care difficulty rating. It requires medium watering and full_sun light.

Can Hoary Mullein grow indoors?

Hoary Mullein is primarily an outdoor plant and may not thrive indoors without specialized conditions.

Hoary Mullein (Verbascum Pulverulentum) is a biennial herb in the Scrophulariaceae family with easy care difficulty. It requires moderate watering and full sun light in USDA hardiness zones 3-8. This plant is safe for cats and dogs.

Verbascum pulverulentum is a biennial herbaceous plant growing up to 1.8 meters tall, known for its woolly stems and yellow flowers.

Last updated: February 2026

Hoary Mullein

Verbascum Pulverulentum

Verbascum pulverulentum is a biennial herbaceous plant growing up to 1.8 meters tall, known for its woolly stems and yellow flowers.

Quick Facts

Type

herb

Lifecycle

biennial

Care Difficulty

Easy

Water Needs

Moderate

Light

Full Sun

Hardiness Zones

3-8

Safety

🐕

Pet Safe

👶

Child Safe

☠️

Toxic

Growing Conditions

Soil Types:sandy, loamy, rocky

Indoor:No

Outdoor:Yes

Garden Use:specimen, pollinator attractor, drought-tolerant garden

Care Calendar

Monthly care tasks for Hoary Mullein

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Prune

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Fertilize

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Repot

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Water+

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Expert Care Tips

Pro tips from botanists and plant experts

Watering Tip

Check soil moisture by inserting your finger 1 inch deep. Water only when the top layer feels dry to prevent overwatering.

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Taxonomy

Family:Scrophulariaceae

Genus:Verbascum