Acanthus spinosus 1G

(Bear's Breeches)

Large deeply dissected, glossy green leaves tipped with sharp spines form a dense basal rosette. In mid-summer, the plant's full architecture is on display with bold upright flower spikes covered in white turtle-head blooms emerging beneath veined purple bracts. This Mediterranean beauty inspired the Greek Corinthian style column capital design. Although it may take a few seasons to establish, the result is well worth the wait.

• Plant Patent: n/a
• Container Size: trade gallon
• USDA Zone: 5-9
• Height: 3-4’
• Spread: 2-3’
• Sun Exposure: full sun to part shade
• Soil Moisture: average
• Bloom Time: summer
• Bloom Color: pink-mauve
• Foliage Color: green
• US Native: no
• Wildlife Benefit:
• Notes: rabbit tolerant, deer tolerant