Common Mullein
Verbascum thapsus
About Common Mullein
Recognizable by its tall, woolly stalk and large, soft, gray-green leaves, Common Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) thrives in disturbed soils and open areas throughout Middle Tennessee, including Columbia and Franklin. This invasive turf weed can outcompete desirable grasses, creating unsightly patches and reducing lawn health. Effective control is essential to maintain a lush, uniform lawn in residential areas.
Common Mullein (Verbascum thapsus) is a turf weed commonly found in lawns throughout Middle Tennessee, including Columbia, Thompson's Station, Spring Hill, and the surrounding areas. This entry is part of our Weed Identification Library.
As lawn care and treatment specialists, we identify and treat Common Mullein regularly when servicing properties across the region. Proper identification is the first step toward selecting the right herbicide and timing for effective control.
Quick Facts
- Common Name
- Common Mullein
- Scientific Name
- Verbascum thapsus
- Type
- Turf Weed
- Region
- Middle Tennessee
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