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Oak Leaf Acanthus
Acanthus mollis 'Oak Leaf'
Pronunciation: a-KANTH-us MAW-liss
SKU #00040
LIGHT:
Filtered sun, Partial shade
WATER:
Water when top 2 inches of soil is dry.
SIZE:
Quickly reaches 4 ft. tall and wide, or wider.
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| Description | Eye-catching structural element for partially shaded borders or background plantings. Grow for the large, lustrous, oak leaf-shaped foliage alone or enjoy the tall spires of lilac-tinged white flowers. Very tolerant of dry shade conditions when established. An herbaceous perennial. |
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| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Dry Shade |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
| Landscape Use | Border |
| Design Ideas | Plant alongside paths where its dramatic, tropical looking leaves can be seen up close. For relief from the garden's many small, busy green leaves, or as a backdrop to brightly colored perennials and low-flowering shrubs, this Acanthus is unequaled. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in average, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Protect from harsh afternoon sun. Spreads by creeping roots; use a root barrier to contain. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Remove old foliage as new growth appears in early spring. Clip flower stalks after bloom. |
Details
| Description | Eye-catching structural element for partially shaded borders or background plantings. Grow for the large, lustrous, oak leaf-shaped foliage alone or enjoy the tall spires of lilac-tinged white flowers. Very tolerant of dry shade conditions when established. An herbaceous perennial. |
|---|---|
| Bloom Time | Spring |
| Deciduous/Evergreen | Herbaceous |
| Special Features | Easy Care, Attracts Pollinators, Fast Growing |
| Problems/Solutions | Deer Resistant, Rabbit Resistant, Dry Shade |
| Growth Rate | Fast |
| Growth Habit | Spreading |
| Flower Attributes | Flowers for Cutting, Showy Flowers |
Style
| Landscape Use | Border |
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| Design Ideas | Plant alongside paths where its dramatic, tropical looking leaves can be seen up close. For relief from the garden's many small, busy green leaves, or as a backdrop to brightly colored perennials and low-flowering shrubs, this Acanthus is unequaled. |
| Flower Color | White |
| Foliage Color | Green |
Care
| Care Instructions | Easily grown in average, evenly moist, well-drained soil. Protect from harsh afternoon sun. Spreads by creeping roots; use a root barrier to contain. Water deeply, regularly during the first growing season to establish an extensive root system. Remove old foliage as new growth appears in early spring. Clip flower stalks after bloom. |
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in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.
We have been pioneers and craftsmen in the art of growing plants for nearly 100 years. Since our founding in Southern California by Harry E. Rosedale, Sr. in 1926, we have been absolutely dedicated and obsessed with quality.