Acanthus mollis is an impressive perennial up to 1.5 m (4.9 ft) tall. It is famous for its beautiful large dark green leaves. Today, no park is complete without this beautiful plant.
The stylized leaf of this plant is the basis of the Corinthian ornament of the upper parts of the columns.
Later, in the Renaissance, this leaf reappears on the friezes and cornices of richly decorated walls.
But back to the plant, in early June it is time to bloom. High inflorescences from 20 to 40 cm (7.9-15.7 in) constantly appear all summer until autumn.
There is something “snake-like” about the pale lilac acanthus flower.”
In hot, dry summers, watering, tillage, soil mulching, and top dressing with full mineral fertilizer are required. Propagated by dividing the bush in the spring.
Acanthus is good in single and group plantings, borders; dry flower stalks are used in dry bouquets.
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