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Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel' (Bear's breeches)

Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel' Photo/Illustration: Jennifer Benner

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Hardiness Zones: 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
Botanical Name: Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel' ah-KAN-thus MAWL-iss Common Name: Bear's breeches Genus: Acanthus
With their white margins and mottling, the jagged leaves of 'Tasmanian Angel' are a real showshopper, and in late summer, 3-foot-tall, pink-and-cream flower stalks heighten the effect. The variegation may be less pronounced as the leaves age, but the plant still draws the eye. Use it as a multiseason container specimen or as a bedding plant.
 Noteworthy characteristics: This is the first variegated bear's breeches.
 Care: Provide partial to full shade and fertile, moist, well-drained soil.
 Problems: Nothing serious, but watch for slugs and snails.
Height 3 ft. to 6 ft.
Spread 3 ft. to 6 ft.
Growth Habit Clumps
Light Part Shade to Full Shade
Moisture Medium Moisture
Maintenance Low
Characteristics Showy Flowers; Showy Foliage
Bloom Time Late Summer
Foliage Color Variegated Foliage
Flower Color Pink Flower; White Flower
Uses , Beds and Borders, Container
Seasonal Interest , Spring Interest, Summer Interest, Fall Interest
Type ,Perennials

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