Acanthus spinosus, Bear's Breeches

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Deeply cut, spiny dark green leaves (the leaves are those on Corinthian capitals) arch dramatically as a backdrop to huge 5' spikes of pure white flowers hooded in mauve. Long-last ing as a cut flower, you can sneak up on it in June-August. Not for the faint of heart, this is one bold plant! Mature size: 3-5ft T and W Minimum temperature: -20° F Show more