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Syrian Bear's Breeches

Acanthus syriacus

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Family
Acanthaceae (ah-kanth-AY-see-ee)
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Genus
Acanthus (a-KANTH-us)
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Species
syriacus (seer-ee-AK-us)
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Sun Exposure
Full Sun
Sun to Partial Shade
Foliage
Grown for foliage
Height
12-18 in. (30-45 cm)
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Spacing
18-24 in. (45-60 cm)
Hardiness
USDA Zone 7b: to -14.9 °C (5 °F)
USDA Zone 8a: to -12.2 °C (10 °F)
USDA Zone 8b: to -9.4 °C (15 °F)
USDA Zone 9a: to -6.6 °C (20 °F)
Danger
Plant has spines or sharp edges; use extreme caution when handling
Bloom Color
Rose/Mauve
White/Near White
Bloom Time
Mid Summer
Late Summer/Early Fall
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Category
Alpines and Rock Gardens
Perennials
Water Requirements
Drought-tolerant; suitable for xeriscaping
Foliage Color
Bronze
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Soil pH requirements
6.6 to 7.5 (neutral)
7.6 to 7.8 (mildly alkaline)
Patent Information
Non-patented
Propagation Methods
Self-sows freely; deadhead if you do not want volunteer seedlings next season
Seed Collecting

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