Plant preorder for the 2027 season will begin mid to late November

Acanthus mollis

Regular price $1699
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This item will be open for preorder during late November only.

  • Pot Size: 5.25 Inch Square Pot
  • Common Name: Bear's Breeches
  • Exposure: Partial Sun
  • Hardiness Zone: 6-10
  • Bloom Color: Pink-ish - White
  • Bloom Time: Summer
  • Garden Height: 36 Inches
  • Garden Spread: 36 Inches

Acanthus mollis is a big and bold plant. It has some of the finest foliage in the plant kingdom. The large deeply lobed leaves are accompanied by 3-foot tall racemes. Each raceme is loaded with white (pink-ish) flowers and purple shaded bracts. The leaves have been an inspiration for many important architectural designs. Bear's Breeches is a great alternative to Hosta in the shade border and looks nice in small groups.

Uses: Borders, Flower Beds, Landscapes, Mass Planting, Specimen, Woodland Gardens
Nature Attraction: Bees
Critter Resistance: Deer, Rabbits
Notable Features: Cut Flowers, Large & Architectural Form
Growth Habit: Mounding, Clumping

Photos courtesy of Ball Horticultural Company

Homeowner Growing Tips

Grow in morning sun or dappled shade, in fertile, moist, well-drained soil. Deadhead after blooming. In the north, grow in a protected location and apply a winter mulch. Spent foliage should be removed in early spring. Apply slug & snail bait, if they become a problem. Can spread enthusiastically in areas with optimum conditions; more well-behaved in cool northern climates.

Water Requirements: Water soil fully, then let moderately dry out before next watering.

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We guarantee our plants to arrive in acceptable condition. If there are any issues upon delivery, please email support@romencegardens.com within 48 hours and we will resolve the issue.

Plants are regularly trimmed as part of standard care. You might receive plants that have already been cut back, which supports better longevity, performance, and appearance.  

Images show mature plants and may not match exactly what is shipped.

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Anna Kavalenka
impressed with the quality! Big healthy plant

Wow! I'm impressed, great quality healthy big plant. I ordered plants from many different sellers this spring and this is the best company to buy from on my list so far

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Anonymous
Highly recommended

My plants arrived beautifully packed, healthy, and happy. They have thrived.

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