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ACANTHUS spinosus

Associated Products

Effective control of slugs and snails

(800g - Free c&p) £6.50

Additional Plant Details

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    Pests & Diseases - powdery mildew.

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    Place of Origin - Italy to western Turkey.

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    Flower Colour: White - pure white with purple bracts.

Delivery Information

Now is our busy spring period - orders are being packed 6 days a week, however please remember it may be 10 days before you RECEIVE your plants.

Orders can also be collected in person from our Nurseries, or some of our shows - just tell us during the checkout process.

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Bear's breeches

Similar to mollis, but not so large. Leaves deeply cut and spiny

Burncoose Catalogue Code

Herbaceous - variable, clump forming perennial. Narrowly oblong-ovate, arching, dark-green leaves to 1m (3ft) long. Produces tubular, 2-lipped flowers 3.5-5cm (1½-2in) long in racemes to 1m (3ft) long.

Hardiness Rating

Fully hardy - Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)

Mature Dimensions
overall height and width of plant once mature

Height - in metres - 1.5m (5ft)
Spread - in metres - 60 - 90cm (24-36in)

Preferred Location

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Full Sun

Soil Conditions

No Preference

Flowers In

Jan
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Buy ACANTHUS spinosus

Pot size: 1.5 or 2 Litre

£8.50 each
3+£7.33 each
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