Acanthus mollis
Bear's BreechesThis bold, architectural perennial is a favorite of designers and collectors. Its huge, shiny, dark green leaves form a basal mound topped with impressive spikes of large, hooded, mauve and white flowers. Nearly evergreen in warmer climates. Mulch for winter protection in the north.
Plant Details
- Zone: 6 - 9
- Height: 3-4'
- Spread: 3-4'
- Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: No
- Bloom time: Late Summer, Midsummer
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
- Flower Color: Purple Shades, White Shades
- Fragrant: No
- Good Cut Flower: Yes
- Native: Not native to North America
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: Yes
- Bee-friendly: No
- Attracts butterflies: No
- Attracts hummingbirds: No
- Groundcover: No
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Plant Details
- Zone: 6 - 9
- Height: 3-4'
- Spread: 3-4'
- Exposure: Full Sun, Part Shade
- Soil Moisture: Low Water Needs, Moderate Water Needs
- Drought tolerant: No
- Bloom time: Late Summer, Midsummer
- Foliage Color: Green Shades
- Flower Color: Purple Shades, White Shades
- Fragrant: No
- Good Cut Flower: Yes
- Native: Not native to North America
- Bee-friendly: No
- Deer resistant: Yes
- Rabbit resistant: Yes
- Attracts butterflies: No
- Attracts hummingbirds: No
- Groundcover: No
- Roy Diblik Favorite: No
Grower Information
- PowerPlug Size(s): 32s
- Optimal Planting Time: Late Summer-Fall
- Retail Sales Window: Summer
- Moisture in Production: Average, Consistent
- Requires Shade in Production: Yes
- Vernalization Required for Bloom: Yes
- Vernalization Beneficial: No