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Acanthus spinosus
Common Name: Bear's Breeches
Family: Acanthaceae (The Acanthus Family)
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From the eastern Mediterranean this species of bear's breeches has masses of dark green deeply cut leaves from which rise bold spires of white and purple flowers. A great focal point and structural plant.
Awards:
AGM
Geogrpahical Origin:
Europe and Western Russia
Native Habitat:
Open and wooded average to wet habitats.
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| Class | Deciduous |
Primary Bloom Colour | White/Cream |
| Type | Perennial |
Secondary Bloom Colour | Purple |
| Height | 2-4' |
Bloom Time | Spring - Summer |
| Spread | 2-3' |
Fragrance | No |
| Light Exposure | Full - Part Sun, Sun, Part Sun |
Foliage Colour | Green |
| Soil Moisture | Average |
Stem Colour | |
| Hardiness Zone | 7-10 |
Berries | No |
| BC Native | No |
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