ACANTHUS mollis. \nCommonly known as Bear’s Breeches. \nA clump forming perennial grown as much for its very attractive foliage as for its impressive flower spikes. \nLeaves are very handsome, glossy dark green and deeply divided. \nAcanthus leaves are reputed to be the source of the Corinthian leaf motif used to decorate ancient Greek and Roman architecture and art. \nFrom May to August creamy white flowers with dusky pinkish purple hoods are carried above the foliage on tall spires or spikes. \nAcanthus mollis flower spikes often reach 90-100 cm tall giving the plant a wonderful architectural appearance. \nAll pictures used are for illustration purposes only and may not necessarily reflect plants at all times of the year. \nOur plants of Acanthus mollis are supplied ex. 10cm pots, they can be planted out immediately but better results may be obtained if they are grown on for a short time in a slightly larger container before transplanting to their final growing positions. \n Wortham gives a wonderful insight on how to use this unusual plant. \nPACK 1 PLANT \nIMMEDIATE \n \nOur wide and varied range of perennials . \nWe ask all our buyers to remember Acanthus plants are living items and their appearance changes with the seasons.  Please don’t panic if the plant you receive looks different to the image on the website. This is quite normal and not a matter for any worry or concern, it is likely to be in perfect condition for the time of year and just enjoying a well-earned rest before bursting into action for the new season. Particularly in autumn and winter many shrubs will lose their leaves and look rather bare, gaunt and stick-like and from August onwards many perennial plants including Acanthus mollis may not even be showing above the soil.\n\nWe want you to be happy with your purchase and all our items are checked and inspected visually before packing. . Due to the nature of the item we cannot accept any responsibility for their failure after planting as pests, disease, poor horticultural practice, extremes of weather and many other factors outside our control all take their toll. Acanthus mollis to do so.  . Buyer in error.