Verbascum Plum Smokey
Verbascum x 'Plum Smokey'
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| $100 - $149.99 | $16.99 |
| $150+ | $24.99 |
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Understanding Plant Options
Nature Hills offers plants in two main formats:
- Container Plants: Grown in pots with soil, sized by container volume and plant age
- Bare Root Plants: Dormant plants without soil, sized by height measurements
Container Plant Sizes
Container sizes indicate plant age and growing capacity rather than liquid volume equivalents. Our containers follow industry-standard nursery "trade gallon" specifications, which differ from standard liquid gallon measurements.
Young Plants (6 months to 18 months old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2" x 2" x 3" | 0.18 - 0.21 dry quarts | 0.20 - 0.23 dry liters |
| 4" Container | 0.31 - 0.87 dry quarts | 0.35 - 0.96 dry liters |
| 4.5" Container | 0.65 dry quarts | 0.72 dry liters |
| 6" Container | 1.4 dry quarts | 1.59 dry liters |
| 1 Quart | 1 dry quart | 1.1 dry liters |
| 5.5" Container | 1.89 dry quarts | 2.08 dry liters |
Established Plants (18 months to 2.5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| 2 Quart | 2 dry quarts | 2.2 dry liters |
| #1 Container | 2.26 - 3.73 dry quarts | 2.49 - 4.11 dry liters |
| 5" x 5" x 12" | 3.5 - 4.3 dry quarts | 3.85 - 4.74 dry liters |
Mature Plants (2-4 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #2 Container | 1.19 - 1.76 dry gallons | 5.24 - 7.75 dry liters |
| #3 Container | 2.15 - 2.76 dry gallons | 8.14 - 12.16 dry liters |
Large Plants (3-5 years old)
| Container Size | Actual Volume | Metric Equivalent |
|---|---|---|
| #5 Container | 2.92 - 4.62 dry gallons | 12.86 - 20.35 dry liters |
| #6 Container | 5.25 - 6.01 dry gallons | 23.12 - 26.42 dry liters |
| #7 Container | 5.98 - 6.53 dry gallons | 26.34 - 28.76 dry liters |
Bare Root Plants
Bare root plants are sold by height from the root system to the top of the plant. Plants may exceed minimum height requirements.
Common Sizes:
- Trees: 1 foot, 2 feet, 3 feet, 4 feet, 5 feet, 6 feet
- Shrubs & Perennials: 1 foot, 18 inches, 2 feet
Important Notes
Container Volume Specifications
- Trade Gallon Standard: Our containers follow industry-standard "trade gallon" specifications established by the American National Standards Institute (ANSI Z60.1) for nursery stock
- Volume Variations: Actual soil volume may vary due to plant root systems and growing medium settlement
- Age Indicators: Container size primarily indicates plant age and maturity rather than liquid volume equivalents
Growing Conditions
- Plant size can vary based on variety and growing conditions
- Container size helps indicate plant maturity and establishment level
- Larger containers generally mean more established root systems and faster landscape establishment
Seasonal Availability
- Bare root plants are available seasonally when dormant
- Container plants are available throughout the growing season
- Specific varieties may have limited availability in certain sizes
Questions?
For questions about specific plant sizes or availability, please contact our plant experts who can help you choose the right size for your landscape needs.
Plant Highlights
Verbascum Plum Smokey highlights at a glance!
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Brand
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Botanical Name
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Growing Zones5, 6, 7, 8, 9
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Mature Height
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Mature Spread
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Sun ExposureFull Sun
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Moisture
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Soil
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Growth RateFast
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Flower Color
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Fall Color
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Pollinator FriendlyYes
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Pollinator Required
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Pruning Time
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Bloom PeriodLate Spring, Summer
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FragrantYes
Growing Zones 5-9
Light Up Your Landscape with Antique Hues Verbascum Plum Smokey
- Dusky Plum Blooms
- Long Flower Spikes
- Blooms From Top To Bottom
- Glossy Upright Foliage
- Pollinators Love It
Elegant blooms in smokey purple-plum of Verbascum Plum Smokey (Verbascum ‘Plum Smokey’) will call pollinators as if summoned by magic wands!
Dainty blooms start opening from the bottom and work their way up the graceful stems. Rising above upright, bright green foliage that forms a rosette encircling the lovely blooms!
Wide, flat petals show off their color boldly with tiny yellow centers, drawing the eye and the bees and butterflies!
Low growing and compact, these biennials fit into any garden space without overpowering others! Perfect for rustic cottage gardens, cutting gardens and perennial borders. Plum Smokey humbly shows off without being pushy!
Demure blooms start from the bottom of each stem and bloom all the way to the top! Plum Smokey is usually shorter growing, however may need staking in storms and wind.
Drought tolerant and deer resistant, these tough cousins of the native Mullein are hardy and very tough plants! Cold and heat tolerant too! Rocky and poor soil won’t slow Plum Smokey down, as long as the soil is well drained!
Plum Smokey are wonderful in the cutting garden, so plant a few extra to snip blooms to bring indoors!
Deadhead to stimulate reblooming and to prevent Plum Smokey from self-seeding freely.
For vivid color that is never pretentious, look no further than Verbascum Plum Smokey! Order today from the expert growers at Nature Hills Nursery today!
