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Acanthus 'Summer Beauty' is a hybrid acanthus, forming wide clumps of giant, glossy, dark green, finely cut foliage. In summer tall spikes of white flowers, each with a hood-like purple bract, appear. It's perfect for growing in a mixed herbaceous border, particularly among bold colours, and makes a striking architectural presence.
Grow Acanthus 'Summer Beauty' in moist but well-drained soil in full sun to partial shade. Cut back after flowering and divide congested clumps in spring or autumn.
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Acanthus ‘Summer beauty’ and wildlife
Acanthus ‘Summer beauty’ 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 ‘Summer beauty’ poisonous?
Acanthus ‘Summer beauty’ has no toxic effects reported.
