Bear's Breeches – Acanthus mollis Live Plant | 12 Inches Tall | Includes Nursery Pot | Purple & White Flowering Perennial | Easy to Grow

Add bold texture and elegant blooms to your landscape with this 12-inch live Bear's Breeches (Acanthus mollis) plant, shipped rooted and ready to plant. Known for its dramatic glossy foliage and tall spikes of striking purple and white flowers, this classic perennial is an excellent choice for borders, shade gardens, cottage gardens, and Mediterranean-style landscapes. Fast-growing and easy to maintain, Bear's Breeches provides impressive architectural interest and returns year after year. You will receive a healthy plant similar in size and condition to the one shown in the listing photos.

You will receive:
✔️ 1 live Bear's Breeches plant
✔️ Height: approximately 12 inches
✔️ Shipped in nursery pot
✔️ Healthy, rooted plant
✔️ Secure packaging for safe arrival

🌼 Growing Information

Common Name: Bear's Breeches
Botanical Name: Acanthus mollis
Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
Growth Stage: Established plant
Sun Requirements: Partial shade to full shade (tolerates full sun with adequate moisture)
Soil: Well-draining sandy, loamy, silty, or peat-rich soil
Watering: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist while establishing
Mature Height: 3–5 feet
Growth Rate: Fast
USDA Zones: 7–10
Container Friendly: Yes

💡 Care Tip: Plant in rich, well-draining soil and water regularly during establishment. Remove spent flower spikes after blooming to encourage healthy foliage, and provide afternoon shade in hotter climates for the best appearance.