Acanthus spinosus Spinosissimus Group
Also Known As
- Acanthus spinosissimus
- Acanthus spinosus 'Spinosissimus'
- Spiny Bear's Breech
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 1'-2'
- W: 2'-3'
planting zones
- 5a-10b
Acanthus spinosus Spinosissimus Group plant details
Acanthus spinosus Spinosissimus Group is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green foliage. In summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and even moisture - low water. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Acanthus spinosus Spinosissimus Group
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: acanthaceae
- Foliage: semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 2 FT - 3 FT - wide, 1 FT - 2 FT - tall
- Flowers: white blooms in summer
GROWING CONDITIONS for Acanthus spinosus Spinosissimus Group
- USDA Zones: 5a - 10b
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
- Watering frequency: even moisture - low
- Resistant to: heat and humidity
- Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained
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Gardening facts about Acanthus spinosus Spinosissimus Group plant
How to Grow Acanthus spinosus Spinosissimus Group
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - low
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- white
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- semi-evergreen
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-3'
- sun - dappled shade
- even moisture - drought tolerant
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-5'
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-5'
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- even moisture - regular
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-6'
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- even moisture - occasional
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-4'
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