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Acanthus 'White Lips'
Acanthus 'White Lips', commonly known as bear's breeches, is an ornamental perennial chosen for its reliable performance and decorative effect in garden borders or containers. It contributes colour, texture, or structure depending on the variety.
After around five years of growth, this plant typically reaches: Approximately 80–120 cm tall with a spread of 60–90 cm after 5 years.
Recommended compost for planting: Plant in a fertile, well-draining compost enriched with organic matter.
Key Features:
- Habit: Herbaceous perennial forming an attractive clump or spreading mound.
- Season of interest: Provides colour or foliage interest during the main growing season.
- Garden uses: Suitable for mixed borders, perennial beds, and many varieties also perform well in containers.
- Maintenance: Generally low maintenance; remove spent flowers and tidy old growth as needed.
Acanthus 'White Lips' is a dependable choice for adding long-lasting interest and character to planting schemes.
Plant Details
| Flowering Period | June – August |
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| Hardiness | RHS H6 (−20°C to −15°C). |
Growing Guide
| Position | Full sun or partial shade |
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Growing & care
- Plant type
- perennial
- Position & light
- Full sun· Partial shade
- Soil & drainage
- Well drained
- Mature size
- 1.2m high· 90cm wide
- Flowering
- White· Purple· Multicolour
- Foliage
- semi-evergreen
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