Acanthus is a genus of about 30 species of flowering plants in the family Acanthaceae, native to tropical and warm temperate regions, with the highest species diversity in the Mediterranean …

Oct 4, 2025 · Acanthus thrives in sunny locations with well-draining soil and should be planted in spring or fall. Acanthus requires minimal care once established, needing only occasional …

Acanthus, also known as Bear's Breech or Bear's Breeches, are deer resistant perennials that produce beautiful 2-6' tall spikes lined with white, pink, or purple flowers.

Oct 22, 2024 · Acanthus is an architectural perennial with bold vertical interest and handsome, lush leaves. The scrolling foliage unfurls to form broad, frond-like leaves with a tropical look.

Jul 10, 2024 · Bear's breeches, also called oyster plants or acanthus, are tall, eye-catching perennial plants with glossy green leaves and tall spikes of flowers. Bear's breeches are wide …

Acanthus mollis, commonly known as bear’s breeches, is a clump-forming perennial that is grown as much for its attractive foliage as for its architecturally bold flower spikes.

The information displayed on this page about Acanthus mollis is based on the research we have conducted about it in our nursery library as well as from information provided by reliable online …

Stately and vigorous, Acanthus mollis (Bear’s Breech) is a semi-evergreen clump-forming perennial boasting strikingly elegant spikes of hooded, creamy-white flowers adorned with …

Well look no further than acanthus. This spectacular perennial (sometimes called bear's breeches) has inspired architects and gardeners for centuries with its lustrous, dark green, …

The name Acanthus comes from the Greek word " akantha " which means spine in reference to the toothed edges of the leaves of some members of this genus. The species name molis …