Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel'

Also Known As

Acanthus mollis Tasmanian Angel™
Tasmanian Angel Bear's Breech

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-5'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

6b-10b

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Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel' plant details

Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel' is a broadleaf semi-evergreen perennial with green, variegated and white foliage. In summer pink flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun - mostly 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 mollis 'Tasmanian Angel'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: acanthaceae
Foliage: semi-evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 5 FT - tall
Flowers: pink blooms in summer

GROWING CONDITIONS for Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel'

USDA Zones: 6b - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: even moisture - occasional
Resistant to: deer, heat and humidity
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, clay, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

What a find! The large scalloped leaves of this amazing clumper (to 3') are beautifully edged with creamy-gold fading to white and green; later 4-5' stalks of creamy-pink fox-glove-like flowers appear! PSh/M-GDr

By: Forestfarm

The leaves on this acanthus are mostly white so create a beautiful splash of the broad white and green foliage in the garden. The flowers and stems are white and pink.

By: Gossler Farms

Huge glossy dark green leaves with white margins and mottling create a mound with white and purple flower spikes up to 3 ft tall, blooms Jun-Aug. Part shade to shade. Long flowering period.

By: Greer Gardens Inc.

The first variegated acanthus, still very new and still exciting, the green leaves splashed with creamy white and later lined in white. And the flowers are PINK! To 2 ft tall by 3 ft wide. Evergreen to 20F in a protected spot; otherwise leafing out in spring. Part sun to shade in well-drained soil. As with many acanthus, somewhat drought tolerant once established. Root hardy in USDA zone 7.

By: Cistus Nursery

This gem, found in Tasmania, offers striking, bold leaves with white margins and mottling. It forms a large clump with 3' to 4' tall ornamental flower stalks of pink and cream in late summer. A. mollis is tolerant of most soils but thrives in deep, fertile, moist, and well-drained conditions.

By: Terra Nova Nurseries, Inc.

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Gardening facts about Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel' plant

How to Grow Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel'

Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly shade
Water Needs
- even moisture - occasional
Soil Needs
- clay
- acidic
- alkaline
- adaptable
- average
- well-drained
- rich
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
- humidity tolerant