Acanthus hungaricus
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Acanthus hungaricus
Hungarian Bear's-breeches |
USDA Zone: 5-9 |
Plant number: 1.006.030
(=Acanthus balcanus) Bear's-breeches are bold specimen plants, very popular with landscape designers. This medium-sized species forms a clump of mean-looking spiny olive-green leaves, bearing upright spikes of hooded light-pink flowers in summer. Has shown itself to be much hardier than most other forms, well worth trying in colder regions particularly with a winter mulch. Excellent for cutting, fresh or dried. Plants dislike wet soil during the winter months. May be divided in spring, and any root pieces left in the ground will grow into new little plants. Seldom offered.
Further details for
Acanthus hungaricus
Optimal Growing
Conditions |
Appearance and
Characteristics |
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun or
Partial Shade
Soil Type
Normal or
Sandy or
Clay
Soil pH
Neutral or
Alkaline or
Acid
Soil Moisture
Average
Care Level
Easy
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Flower Colour
Light Pink
Blooming Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer
Foliage Color
Deep Green
Plant Uses & Characteristics
Accent: Good Texture/Form
Border
Containers
Cut Flower
Deer Resistant
Dried Flower
Rabbit Resistant
Specimen
Flower Head Size
Very Large
Height
90-120 cm
35-47 inches
Spread
75-90 cm
29-35 inches
Foot Traffic
None
Growth Rate
Slow
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Disclaimer: This information is presented for reference only. This plant is not currently part of our Heritage Perennials lineup. |
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