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Acanthus spinosus

Bear's Breeches

Hardy Perennial

What is Hardy Perennial?

A majestic herbaceous perennial

Incredibly drought tolerant once established

Architectural leaves and equally impressive flower spikes

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A majestic herbaceous perennial with glossy architectural leaves and equally impressive flower spikes of purple and white, which appear in late spring and summer. Native to the Mediterranean, Acanthus spinosus is incredibly drought tolerant once established - perfect for hot dry borders! Bear's Breeches make excellent cut flowers, adding height to cottage garden borders or working equally well in exotic themed gardens. Height: 1.2m (4'). Spread: 1m (3').

Height Up to 150cm (60in)
Spread Up to 90cm (35in)

Hardy Perennial

cut flower gardencottage gardens

sun or semi shade

Flowering Months
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1 x 9cm Potted Plant (KB6640)
1 x 1 Litre Potted Plant (58284)
2 x 1 Litre Potted Plants (T58285P)

Grow Acanthus in any fertile, well-drained soil in full sun or part shade. Acanthus plants are drought tolerant once established and will even cope well in an exposed position.
Bears Breeches requires little maintenance throughout the season except for removing the faded flower stems at the base of the plant.

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