Product description
Acanthus Whitewater, known commonly as Bear's breeches, is a stunning herbaceous perennial with a vigorous, upright growing habit and large, dark-green and white variegated leaves. In Summer, this plant produces tall purple bracts adorned with white, trumpet-shaped flowers.
Acanthus are wonderful, low maintenance plants. They can tolerate full sun to full shade, but will flower most prolifically in full or partial sun. This plant requires good drainage and thrives best in a deep, fertile soil, but will tolerate most soil types and conditions.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Herbaceous plants die back below the soil in the Winter and may be supplied in their dormant state during this time. Fresh growth will be seen the following Spring.
Bear's Breeches
Acanthus 'Whitewater'
Acanthus 'Whitewater'
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Product description
Acanthus Whitewater, known commonly as Bear's breeches, is a stunning herbaceous perennial with a vigorous, upright growing habit and large, dark-green and white variegated leaves. In Summer, this plant produces tall purple bracts adorned with white, trumpet-shaped flowers.
Acanthus are wonderful, low maintenance plants. They can tolerate full sun to full shade, but will flower most prolifically in full or partial sun. This plant requires good drainage and thrives best in a deep, fertile soil, but will tolerate most soil types and conditions.
Please Note: Images are for illustrative purposes only and designed to be a representation of the item(s) being sold. Herbaceous plants die back below the soil in the Winter and may be supplied in their dormant state during this time. Fresh growth will be seen the following Spring.
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Garden Plant Size Guide
Plants in larger pots can be multiple years older than their smaller counterparts with more mature root systems and foliage. This makes them able to thrive as a full size plant in your garden quicker than smaller alternatives.
The most common size of pot that garden plants come in are 9cm/1L/3L/5L this is in reference to the diameter at the top of the pot.
9cm potted plants still remain the most popular cost effective option though, they just may take a little patience to allow them to grow into full maturity once planted in your garden.
Plant specs, care guide & tips
Key features
Specifications
When to plant
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Planting and period of interest times are general guidelines and may vary based on your location and conditions. For best results, consult local gardening resources.
Instructions
Top Tip
Acanthus doesn’t cope well with transplanting, so choose your spot carefully and avoid moving the plant unnecessarily.
How to Water
Water regularly until the plant is fully established, after which it should only need thoroughly watered during particularly dry spells.
How to Plant
Plant in a sunny spot in light, well-draining soil. In spring or autumn, dig a hole twice the size of the roots and add in some organic matter. Gently tease out the roots and position the plant in the hole, backfilling with a mix of soil and organic matter. Carefully firm the soil down and water well.
