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ACANTHUS mollis 'Hollard's Gold'
Commonly known as Bear's breeches
Deeply lobed leaves, yellow-green in spring. Spikes of purple-hooded white flowers.
Plant Details
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Floweringlocal_floristJanlocal_floristFeblocal_floristMarlocal_floristAprlocal_floristMaylocal_floristJunlocal_floristJullocal_floristAuglocal_floristSeplocal_floristOctlocal_floristNovlocal_floristDec
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Architectural interest
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Pests & DiseasesPowdery mildew
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Place of originSouthwestern Europe, northwestern Africa. Garden origin
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Deciduous
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EvergreenIn very mild areas
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Spikes
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Fully hardy
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Obovate
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Height1m (39in)
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Spread1m (39in)
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HerbaceousEarly in the year, typically January till end of March, herbaceous plants might be supplied in 9cm pots to ensure timely despatch.Clump-forming perennial, slow to establish. Obovate, lobed leaves, to 1m (39in) long revert to pale green in summer. Produces tubular, 2-lipped flowers 3.5-5cm (1½in) long.
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Hardy - cold winterHardy in most places throughout the UK even in severe winters. May not withstand open/exposed sites or central/northern locations. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -15°C (5°F)
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Summer Seasonal Interest
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Rabbit Resistant
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Mature Size1m (39in)
1m (39in)
Planting Tips and Care Advice
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Garden Location/Conditions
BorderSuitable for the back of a borderCottage garden
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Soil Conditions
Tolerates all
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Sun Requirements
Full shadePartial shade
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