Acanthus mollis Bear's Breeches 3 Live Plants 6-12" Purple White Flower Perennial

Acanthus mollis, commonly known as Bear's Breeches, is a striking herbaceous perennial prized for its bold, deeply lobed foliage and tall, architectural flower spikes. The glossy green leaves form a dense clump, providing a lush tropical effect in borders and shade gardens. In summer, upright spikes of purple and white flowers emerge, adding vertical interest and attracting pollinators. This classic plant is ideal for cottage gardens, woodland edges, and mixed perennial borders.

With its dramatic form and reliable performance, Bear's Breeches makes a statement in any landscape. It is long-lived and easy to grow, returning each year with fresh foliage and blooms.

Plant Features

• Bold, deeply cut, glossy green leaves
• Tall spikes of purple and white flowers in summer
• Attracts bees and other pollinators
• Excellent for shade gardens and borders
• Deer resistant and low maintenance

Growing Information

• Botanical Name: Acanthus mollis
• Plant Type: Herbaceous perennial
• Sunlight: Full sun to partial shade
• Soil: Well-drained, fertile soil
• Water Requirements: Moderate; keep soil evenly moist
• Growth Habit: Clumping, upright flower spikes
• USDA Hardiness Zones: 6-10
• Bloom Season: Summer
• Mature Height: 3-4 feet
• Spacing: 24-36 inches apart

Planting & Care

Plant your Bear's Breeches in a location with well-drained soil and partial to full sun. Dig a hole twice the width of the root ball and set the plant at the same depth it was growing in the pot. Water thoroughly after planting and keep the soil consistently moist during the first growing season to help establish a strong root system. Apply a layer of mulch to conserve moisture and suppress weeds.

Once established, Acanthus mollis is relatively drought-tolerant but performs best with regular watering. Remove spent flower spikes to encourage additional blooms and tidy the plant. In late winter or early spring, cut back old foliage to make way for new growth. Divide clumps every few years to maintain vigor.

What's Included

3 live Acanthus mollis plants, each approximately 6-12 inches tall.