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Acanthus spinosus
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Bear's breechesPerennial, DeciduousFamily: Acanthaceae
- Height: 1.5mSpread: 1m
- Hardy
- Attractive to wildlife
Flower colour:
Blue
White
Foliage colour:
Blue/Green
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Position
Sun Exposure:
Dappled shade, full sun, partial shade
Aspect:
East facing, north facing, south facing, west facing
Position in Border:
Middle
Soil
Acidic / Chalky / Alkaline / Clay / Heavy / Moist / Well Drained / Light / Sandy
Acanthus spinosus is a statuesque architectural plant, with handsome dark green leaves whose stylised shapes form the decorative detail on Corinthian columns, bringing a strong hint of classical elegance to the garden. The plants make large, mound-shaped rosettes of glossy leathery leaves, finely cut and each tipped with a ferocious spine. The flower spikes resemble tall foxgloves from a distance, with hooded two-tone flowers. Once established it is virtually impossible to move plants so correct positioning is vital. A dramatic plant for growing in gravel or grass, or at the back of a large border. The Royal Horticultural Society has given it its prestigious Award of Garden Merit (AGM).
Grow Acanthus spinosus in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Cut back after flowering. For a similar plant, but with bolder leaves, try Acanthus mollis.
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Acanthus ‘Spinosus’ and wildlife
Acanthus ‘Spinosus’ is known for attracting bees. It has nectar/pollen rich flowers.
Is known to attract Bees
Bees
Is not known to attract Beneficial insects
Beneficial insects
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Butterflies/Moths
Butterflies/Moths
Is not known to attract Other pollinators
Other pollinators
Is Acanthus ‘Spinosus’ poisonous?
Acanthus ‘Spinosus’ has no toxic effects reported.
No reported toxicity to:
Is not known to attract Birds
Birds
Is not known to attract Cats
Cats
Is not known to attract Dogs
Dogs
Is not known to attract Horses
Horses
Is not known to attract Livestock
Livestock
Is not known to attract People
People
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