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Acanthus mollis 'Latifolius'

Akant, low-growing Decorative border plant. The average size is 80 cm. The flower colour is pink. This plant is hardy.The flowering period is June - September.

This plant has in the system Hansen/Mussel used for describing perennials the following code : 3.2.7.5

Explanation of the first digit : General location : OPEN SPACES. Plants for an open space, free of trees and shrubs. Always in the sun and a more or less rich soil.

Explanation of the second digit : Specific demands of the plant : Plants for a warm, sunny place, that have the effect of borderplants (with which they combine very well).

Explanation of the third digit : Where to put : Plants that need protection against too much water in winter. Partly used as rock-garden plant.

Explanation of the fourth digit : Other characteristics : Robust, often large plant. Can be used as a solitary plant.

Color : rose-wit

Flowering period : june - september

Size approx. : 80 cm.

Recommended quantity per square meter : 9

Family : Acanthaceae


© first picture : Th. Ploeger & Zn