Acanthus mollis 'Tasmanian Angel' (Common Bear's Breech)
Botanical Information
Family | Acanthaceae |
Genus | Acanthus |
Species | mollis |
Cultivar | 'Tasmanian Angel' |
Category | Perennials |
Pronunciation |
Details
USDA Hardiness Zone | 7a-10b |
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Temperature (°C) | -18 to 2 C |
Temperature (°F) | 0 to 35 F |
Height | 60-90 cm |
Spread | 60-90 cm |
Flowering Period | May, June, July |
Description and Growing Information
Propagation | Propagate by division in early spring. Root cuttings collected in the autumn and cut into 5 cm lengths and place horizontally in flats barley covering the top. Water and place in a cold frame until growth appears and then pot individually. |
Habitat | Horticultural origin. |