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ACANTHUS spinosus
Commonly known as Bear's breeches
Similar to mollis, but not so large. Leaves deeply cut and spiny
Further Reading....
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Deciduous
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WhitePure white with purple bracts. -
Height1.5m (5ft) -
Spread60-90cm (24-36in)
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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.Variable, clump forming perennial. Narrowly oblong-ovate, arching, dark-green leaves to 1m (39in) long. Produces tubular, 2-lipped flowers 3.5-5cm (1½-2in) 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) -
Full sun -
Partial shade
ACANTHUS spinosus
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Additional FeaturesArchitectural interest
Pests & DiseasesPowdery mildew.
Place of originItaly to western Turkey. -
Flower ShapeSpikesTo 1m (39in) tall
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HardinessFully hardy
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Leaf shape
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Seasonal InterestSummer
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Soil ConditionsTolerates all
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WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Acanthus - Care Guide
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- Feeding herbaceous peonies - Video Tip ondemand_video
- Overpotting Problems - Video Tip ondemand_video
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1.5m (5ft)
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Useful extras...
Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
3 options from £6.00
Fertilisers & Feeds - Empathy
Rootgrow mycorrhizal fungi
Recommended by the RHS. Contains Rootgrow™ mycorrhizal fungi. Suitable for all trees and shrubs (except rhododendrons, azaleas, heathers, cranberries and blueberries)
2 options from £6.00
Vermin & Pest Control
Slug Pellets
Slug killer blue mini pellets are easy to use and give effective control of slugs and snails.
Ideal in garden, conservatory or greenhouse.
Only £6.50
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