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    Acanthus 'Whitewater' PP23342

    Also Known As

    • Whitewater Variegated Bear's Breeches

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 3'-4'
    • W: 3'-4'

    planting zones

    • 7a-10b

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    Acanthus 'Whitewater' PP23342 plant details

    Acanthus 'Whitewater' PP23342 is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In spring and summer cream flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with mostly sun - shade and even moisture - occasional water. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Acanthus 'Whitewater' PP23342

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: acanthaceae
    Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
    Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
    Flowers: cream blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: big leaves, container plant, showy, woodland garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Acanthus 'Whitewater' PP23342

    USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
    Sun exposure: mostly sun - shade
    Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
    Resistant to: heat and humidity
    Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Acanthus leaves (often carved into wood or stone, such as in Corinthian Pillars) are always showy, however, 'Whitewater' is even showier! This is a delightfully bold perennial with its bright splashes of white on the huge leaves making it a superb 2-3' accent with 3-5' dramatic stalks of pink and cream summer flowers; guaranteed to brighten any garden spot or large container. PSh-Sh/M PPAF

    By: Forestfarm

    Whitewater' is a vigorous, variegated Acanthus with striking, bold leaves with white margins and splashing. Makes a large clump with 4 to 5 foot tall ornamental flower stalks of pink and cream in summer. This was bred with A. 'Summer Beauty' for vigour, more hardiness, and heat and humidity tolerance. The result is a much stronger cultivar than 'Tasmanian Angel'. A mature clump of this would be downright stunning -- I think I'm starting to lust for this plant!

    By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

    Striking white frosted bold foliage forms hefty clumps give rise to 3-4' stalks bearing cream white and pink tinged hooded blossoms in early-midsummer. Grows best in well drained spot in full sun or part shade (provide some shade in very hot climates. ' Whitewater' has tolerated the intense drought and heat of the summer of 2016 really well. Where happy, plants will form vigorous clumps 3' across or more. Because it has A. mollis in its heritage it is listed as being hardy to zone 7a (0F) Shipping bulky qt. pots.

    By: Avant Gardens

    Large, deeply cut leaves seemingly dusted with snow form a large clump that sends up 4' tall pink-red spikes of luminous white flowers with pink tips. June and July bloom. This veritably glows in the garden. Give it a dark backdrop and it will be a lantern! For arrangements, there is little that is more dramatic than these flower spikes.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    This vigorous, variegated Acanthus has striking, bold leaves with deeply cut white margins and splashing (how appropriate!) Makes a large clump with 4' to 5' tall ornamental flower stalks of pink and cream in summer. This was bred with A. 'Summer Beauty' for vigor, more hardiness, and heat and humidity tolerance. Worth jumping in for!

    By: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

    Gardening facts about Acanthus 'Whitewater' PP23342 plant

    How to Grow Acanthus 'Whitewater' PP23342

    • Sun Exposure

      • mostly sun - shade

    • Water Needs

      • even moisture - occasional

    • Soil Needs

      • clay
      • acidic
      • alkaline
      • adaptable
      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • variegated
      • white
      • green

    • Flower Color

      • cream

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • semi-evergreen

    • Texture

      • glossy

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