Acanthus mollis 'Morning Candle,' commonly known as Bear's Breeches, is a striking perennial with dramatic, large, deeply lobed leaves that create a bold, architectural presence in the garden. Its standout feature is the tall flower spikes that rise above the foliage, adorned with white and purple blooms, which emerge in late spring to early summer. This cultivar is particularly prized for its elegant, candle-like flower arrangement, adding height and texture to garden beds. Preferring partial shade to full sun and well-drained soil, it is relatively low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established. With its stunning foliage and eye-catching flowers, Acanthus mollis 'Morning Candle' brings both beauty and structure to a variety of garden styles.
ORIGIN - Not US native
EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - am sun w/pm shade
FLOWER COLOR - creamy white w/ red brackets
HEIGHT - 3-5 ft.
HABIT - deciduous
MOISTURE - moist/well drained
HARDINESS ZONES - 7-10
Gallon pot
Acanthus mollis 'Morning Candle,' commonly known as Bear's Breeches, is a striking perennial with dramatic, large, deeply lobed leaves that create a bold, architectural presence in the garden. Its standout feature is the tall flower spikes that rise above the foliage, adorned with white and purple blooms, which emerge in late spring to early summer. This cultivar is particularly prized for its elegant, candle-like flower arrangement, adding height and texture to garden beds. Preferring partial shade to full sun and well-drained soil, it is relatively low-maintenance and drought-tolerant once established. With its stunning foliage and eye-catching flowers, Acanthus mollis 'Morning Candle' brings both beauty and structure to a variety of garden styles.
ORIGIN - Not US native
EXPOSURE PREFERENCE - am sun w/pm shade
FLOWER COLOR - creamy white w/ red brackets
HEIGHT - 3-5 ft.
HABIT - deciduous
MOISTURE - moist/well drained
HARDINESS ZONES - 7-10
Gallon pot
