Acanthus mollis 'Whitewater'
Acanthus 'Whitewater' forms vigorous mounds of variegated foliage and pink stems holding white flowers.
Description:
'Whitewater' is a vigorous, variegated Acanthus mollis with striking, bold leaves with white margins and splashing. Makes a large clump with 4 to 5 foot tall ornamental flower stalks of pink and cream in summer. This was bred with A. 'Summer Beauty' for vigour, more hardiness, and heat and humidity tolerance. The result is a much stronger cultivar than 'Tasmanian Angel'. A mature clump of this would be downright stunning -- I think I’m starting to lust for this plant!
Common Name: Bear's Breeches
Family: Acanthaceae (The Acanthus Family)
Zone Hardiness: 7-9
Light: Full Sun, Part Sun
Height: 2-4'
Width: 2-3'
Primary Bloom Colour: Pink
Secondary Bloom Colour: White
Class: Deciduous
Type: Perennial
Bloom Time: Summer
Soil Moisture: Average, Moist
Stem Colour: Pink
Fragrance: No
Berries:
Benefits: Hummingbirds, Butterflies
Deer Resistant: Yes
BC Native: No
Native Habitat: Sheltered Mediterranean woodlands in deep moist soil.
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Geogrpahical Origin: Europe and Africa - Europe and Western Russia
Europe and Africa - North Africa
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