Botanical Name: Acanthus mollis Add
Common Name: Bear's Breech  
Plant photo of: Acanthus mollis
  • Anatomy

  • Culture

  • Design

Plant Type

Shrub, Perennial

 

Height Range

1-3', 3-6'

 

Flower Color

Blue, Pink, Purple, White, Multi-Colored

 

Flower Season

Spring, Summer

 

Leaf Color

Dark Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

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Photographer: Greg Applegate/Thompson
  • Description

  • Notes

This perennial produces large clusters of glossy foliage that is deeply lobed. Its leaves may reac hlengths of 2'. The tall, pruplish spikes are usually seen in late spring to early summer. Effective shade loving shrub.