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Acanthus mollis Plant Seeds – Bear’s Breeches for Planting

Acanthus mollis Plant Seeds – Bear’s Breeches for Planting

$16.59 USD
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How to Sow and Plant

Sow seeds in spring or fall into rich, well-drained soil at ~¼ inch depth. Keep soil moist until germination (approx. 20–30 days).

How to Grow

Grow in partial shade to full sun; water moderately. Mulch to maintain moisture and suppress weeds. Expect clumping and slow spread

Tips

Provide partial shade in hot climates.
Seeds may benefit from light stratification for improved germination.

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Product Information
Features
life-cycle

Life Cycle

Perennial

plant-characteristics

Plant Characteristics

Large glossy

growth-habit

Growth Habit

Upright

bloom-season

Bloom Season

Late spring

flavour-profile

Flavour Profile

Ornamental

suitable-for

Suitable for

Outdoor

About
Acanthus mollis Plant Seeds – Bear’s Breeches for Planting
seed-type

Seed Type

Non-GMO

plant-type

Plant Type

Herbaceous perennial

Acanthus mollis (commonly called Bear’s Breeches) is a classic perennial ornamental plant with dramatic foliage and tall flower spikes. Ideal for shaded or partially shaded garden borders, this plant enhances cottage gardens, formal landscapes, and woodland settings with its architectural presence.

Planting information
planting-season

Planting Season

Spring

fruit-size

Fruit Size

N/A

plant-height

Plant Height

24–48 inches

light-requirement

Light Requirement

Partial shade

water-needs

Water Needs

Moderate

hardiness-zones

Hardiness Zones

6–10

container-garden

Container Garden

Yes

plant-spacing

Plant Spacing

24–36 inches

planting-depth

Planting Depth

1/4 inch

growing-conditions

Growing Conditions

Well-drained soil

Coverage
Seed Count
Recommended Coverage
Seed Count
100
GTIN
036000105674