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    ACANTHUS
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    ACANTHUS

    Commonly known as Bear's breeches

    Genus of 25 species from dry, rocky sites mostly in the Mediterranean. They have an architectural quality and are good for cutting and drying. Representation of the leaves is found in Corinthian ornamentation, usually on columns.

    Full Plant Details - Sun/Soil & other attributes
    • Architectural interest
    • Herbaceous
      Perennials and subshrubs
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    Acanthus - Care Guide
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    varieties
    ACANTHUS sennii
    Bear's breeches
    Spiny pale green leaves and red flowers
     
    1.5 to 2 Litre
    £25.00
    Available again from June 2026
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    ACANTHUS spinosus
    Similar to mollis, but not so large. Leaves deeply cut and spiny
     
    1.5 to 2 Litre
    £14.00 £10.50
    ACANTHUS 'Whitewater'
    Leaves boldly margined creamy white
     
    1.5 to 2 Litre
    £14.00

    Useful extras...

    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Afterplant - Grow Your Own
    AFTER PLANT GROW YOUR OWN seaweed is ready to use liquid concentrate that was specially formulated be used on all edible plants.
    1ltr
    £8.50
    Vermin & Pest Control
    SB Plant Invigorator
    This is a non-biological non-chemical plant insecticide and mildewcide. Works against the physical motion of the insect. Perfect for all plants and edible crops.
    500 ml
    £8.00
    Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
    Afterplant - Tomatoes
    AFTER PLANT TOMATO FEED Liquid Concentrate with Bio stimulant is a high potash liquid concentrate containing seaweed extract, plant derived amino acids and other nutrients specifically formulated to benefit tomatoes and greenhouse plants.
    1ltr
    £8.50
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