Bear’s breeches. A clump-forming perennial with prickly deeply cut, greyish green leaves. Spikes of pinkish mauve flowers. Max Height 1.2m. Max Spread 60cm. Flowers July to September. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Acanthus spinosus Spinosissimus
A clump-forming perennial with prickly deeply cut, greyish green leaves. Spikes of pinkish mauve flowers.
Additional information
| Generic | Acanthus |
|---|---|
| Species | spinosus |
| Varietry | Spinosissimus |
| Common Name | Bear's breeches |
| Flower Colour | pink, mauve |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Perennial |
| Height | 1.2m |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Spread | 60cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | grey, green |
| Flowers From | July, September |
| Colour Fruit | |
| Fruits When | |
| Moisture | Well drained |
| Protection | |
| Hardiness | Hardy |
| Planting | Water thoroughly before planting |
| Care | Keep moist in first year |
| Border | Border |
| Toxicity | |
| Pruning | |
| Pruning Time | |
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| Maintenance | |
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