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Bloom of the Day for June 27th, 2007:

Bear's Breeches
(Acanthus mollis)

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Information:
Type of plant: Perennials

Bloom color: Purple, White/Near White

Bloom time of year: Late Spring/Early Summer, Mid Summer, Late Summer/Early Fall

Sun requirements: Sun to Partial Shade, Partial to Full Shade

Cold hardiness: Zone 7b to Zone 9a

Height: 6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

Spacing: 6-8 ft. (1.8-2.4 m)

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Lily_love wrote:
Impressive display, and very effective design. Terrific job!


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