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Add a touch of the exotic to your garden with Acanthus spinosus, also known as Bear's Breech. This robust and architectural plant boasts striking foliage and impressive spikes of spiny, purple-tinged blooms. Despite its tropical appearance, Acanthus is fully hardy in the UK, making it a versatile choice for any garden. Ideal for mixed borders, Acanthus spinosus grows up to 1.2m (3.9') tall, effortlessly filling gaps with its elegant presence. The flowers emerge from late spring to summer, providing a stunning display that is sure to turn heads. Whether in full sun or part shade, Acanthus thrives in well-drained soil and can even tolerate exposed conditions. With its drought tolerance and low-maintenance nature, this perennial is a reliable choice for gardeners looking for year-round beauty. How to Grow: Light: Full sun to part shade Temperature: Fully hardy in the UK Watering: Drought tolerant once established; water regularly when young Feeding: Generally low feeding requirements; add compost in spring Humidity: Tolerates a variety of humidity levels; prefers well-drained soil Supplied as 1x 9cm Potted Plant Images shown are for guidance only and show the expected results of plants upon maturity. Different growing conditions might vary results. Image may be included for illustration of supply but can vary due to seasonality changes (e.g. deciduous plants lose leaves in colder months). Decorative pots are not supplied.
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