Minus icon Plant Type Perennials
Minus icon Height Tall 4'
Minus icon Spacing Plant 3' apart
Minus icon Bloom Time Early Summer to Mid-Summer
Minus icon Sun / Shade Half Sun / Half Shade to Full Shade
Minus icon Growing Zones 7-10
Minus icon Soil Type Normal
Minus icon Water Needs Medium
Minus icon Sold In Plantable Pots (3.5x3.5x4")
Acanthus mollis 'Whitewater' (PP23,342)
Dramatic foliage and flower spikes. Bear's Breeches will spread by underground runners. Root cuttings are best taken in early spring. Foliage tends to wilt if sufficient moisture is not provided.
More important to protect from winter wet than winter cold. Well-drained soil is a must! Benefits from morning sun. Do not cut back for the winter, but cut off any damaged leaves in the spring if needed. Divide in spring every 4-5 years. Tolerates most soils, but prefers moist, fertile, well-drained soils. Remove flower stalk when finished blooming.
Our plants are grown in 3.5x3.5x4” plantable pots. Made from 100% biodegradable coconut husk fibers (coir), these pots have tremendous advantages over plastic pots. With better air exchange, this "breathable" pot fosters robust root growth and reduces transplant shock since you can plant the pots directly in the ground. The pot naturally becomes part of the soil on its own over time—no composting required—and since they're made from a renewable resource that requires very little energy, they're earth-friendly too!
We offer a 100% guarantee for all our perennials to reach you in good condition and to grow. If you're not satisfied, we'll reship or refund immediately. Please don't hesitate to contact us if you have questions or concerns—we share your passion for gardening and want your new plants to thrive in your border!
We use custom, earth-friendly packaging to make sure your order arrives in great condition, and we ship based on the best planting time for your growing zone (see the approximate dates below), unless otherwise indicated at checkout. If you wish, you can indicate a specific ship date during checkout.
