Acanthus Mollis Bear's Breeches Live Plant | 6 Inch Starter Plant | Purple & White Flowering Perennial | Hardy Garden Shrub | Easy to Grow
Acanthus Mollis Bear's Breeches Live Plant | 6 Inch Starter Plant | Purple & White Flowering Perennial | Hardy Garden Shrub | Easy to Grow
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Add bold texture and striking blooms to your landscape with this Acanthus mollis (Bear's Breeches) live starter plant. This healthy young plant features dramatic glossy foliage and produces impressive spikes of purple and white flowers that create a stunning focal point in garden beds and borders. A favorite for cottage gardens and Mediterranean-style landscapes, Bear's Breeches is a hardy perennial that thrives in a variety of climates and returns year after year with proper care. Perfect for outdoor gardens, this ornamental plant offers both beauty and architectural interest throughout the growing season.
You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Acanthus mollis plant
✔️ Height: approximately 6 inches
✔️ Healthy, rooted starter plant
✔️ Ready for planting in the garden or a container
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival
🌼 Growing Information
Common Name: Bear's Breeches
Botanical Name: Acanthus mollis
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Growth Stage: Starter plant
Sun Requirements: Full sun to partial shade
Soil: Rich, well-draining soil with organic matter
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist while establishing
Mature Height: 3–5 feet (including flower spikes)
Growth Rate: Moderate to fast
USDA Zones: 7–10
Container Friendly: Yes
💡 Care Tip: Plant Bear's Breeches in fertile, well-draining soil and water regularly until established. Remove spent flower spikes after blooming to maintain a tidy appearance, and apply mulch around the base to help retain moisture and protect the roots during seasonal temperature changes.
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