Under Appreciated Acanthus
People who have tons of shade are always on the look out for blooms in the shade. Sure, in the spring there are so many blooms before the deciduous trees leaf out. Acanthus is so overlooked and yes, underappreciated! This is an outstanding perennial that handles moderate shade and blooms mid-summer. And let me tell ya', I ain't done blowing sunshine up it's pooper.
It demands attention reaching a height of a foot and a half tall. Plus, these blooms are great cut flowers. This plant is drought tolerant and does well in sandy soils.
It is deer resistant! I mean, what more could you ask for? Birds! Oh yes, this will bring in hummingbirds also. Be still my heart.
The specific variety listed above, Acanthus hungaricus, has white to pale pink blooms with a dashing purple bract. Oh my...snaps in the air for you Acanthus! Work it! Own it!
Acanthus is going to be incorporated in many of my designs for years to come.
Thanks for reading!
Sarah Sella
Landscape Designer / Horticulturist
The Angry Landscaper :( LOL!
theangrylandscaper@gmail.com
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