Bear's Breeches
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Plant Information | |
Common Name | Bear's Breeches |
Botanical Name | Acanthus spinosus |
Description | |
Plant Type | Perennial |
Mature Height | 3 to 4 ft |
Mature Width | 2 to 3 ft |
Growth Habit | Rounded |
Bloom Color | Pink-mauve |
Bloom Interest | Showy |
Bloom Period | June to August |
Seasonal Interest | Spring, Summer, Fall |
Foliage Color | Glossy Green |
Foliage Type | Simple |
Fall Color | Yellow |
Attributes | Rabbit Resistant |
Attracts Butterflies | No |
Attracts Birds | No |
Notes | Drought tolerant. |
Care | |
Sun Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Shade |
USDA Hardiness Zone | 5 to 9 |
Zoned for KC Region | Yes |
Water Preference | Moist,Well-drained |
Maintenance Level | Low |
Cost | Moderate |
Watering Notes | Water twice a week during the first year and once a week starting the following year. Soggy soil causes root rot. |
Fertilize Notes | Feed a balanced food like 10-10-10 once in early spring with start of growth. |
Prune Notes | No pruning is necessary. |