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Acanthus mollis
Bear's Breeches
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Clumps of large deeply lobed glossy green leaves with erect spikes of purple pink bracts over unusually shaped white flowers through Spring and Summer. Use as a border, specimen or under-planting.
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Naturally Occurring:
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Southern Europe & North West Africa.
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Dimensions:
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1.3m high x 1.5m wide clumps with flower spikes to 1.8m. |
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Aspect:
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Filtered sunlight to shade.
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Coastal Tolerance:
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Nil
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Soil Requirements:
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Humus rich deep moist soil.
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Moisture Requirements:
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Maintain moisture all year round.
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Temperature Range:
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Warm temperate to cold temperate.
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Maintenance and Fertiliser Requirements:
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Remove spent leaves and flower stems as required. Apply a slow release fertiliser in Spring.
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Pests and Diseases:
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Snails & caterpillars.
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Spacing Guide:
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0.5 -1m for mass planting.
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Typical Container Sizes Available:
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140mm and 200mm
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