Bear’s breeches. A clump-forming perennial with dark green leaves. Spikes of white-pink flowers with purple bracts produced in summer. Max Height 60cm to 1.2m. Max Spread 60cm to 90cm. Flowers May to July. Full sun. Hardy. Water thoroughly before planting.
Acanthus hungaricus
A clump-forming perennial with dark green leaves. Spikes of white-pink flowers with purple bracts produced in summer.
Additional information
| Generic | Acanthus |
|---|---|
| Species | hungaricus |
| Varietry | |
| Common Name | Bear's breeches |
| Flower Colour | white, purple |
| Soil | |
| Aspect | Full sun |
| Foliage | Perennial |
| Height | 60cm, 1.2m |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Spread | 60cm, 90cm |
| Growth Speed | |
| Growth Habit | Clump-forming |
| Fragrance | FALSE |
| Foliage Colour | green |
| Flowers From | May, July |
| 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 | |
| Pests and diseases | |
| Maintenance | |
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