Terra Nova
Acanthus 'Whitewater' (36 cell half tray)
This vigorous, variegated Acanthus has striking, bold leaves with deeply cut white margins and splashing on the leaves. It forms a large clump with 4' tall showy flower stalks with pink and cream flowers in summer. This was bred with Acanthus 'Summer Beauty' for vigor, more hardiness, and heat and humidity tolerance.
Acanthus can last a remarkably long time as a cut flower. This is a new color range for this tough and vigorous plant.
USDA Hardiness Zone(s): 7-10
Size (HT/W/FL HT): 36″ / 36″ / 48″
Exposure: Part Shade, Full Shade
Bloom time(s): June, July
| US Patent # | PP23342 |
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Growing Guides
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| Common Name | Acanthus, Bear's Breeches |
| Genus | Acanthus |
| Species | hybrid |
| Family | Acanthaceae |
| Life Cycle | Perennial |
| Format | Perennial Plugs |
| Plug Care | Harden off and plant out or bump up soon after receiving plugs. When planting out be sure you to not bury the crowns. Plant the plugs so that the top of the growing medium is level with the soil. |
| Netting / Staking | Not necessary. |
| Temperature Range | Hardiness zones 7-10 |
| Spacing | 36" |
| Soil Preference | Tolerant of most soils, but prefers it deep, fertile, moist and well-drained. Has moderate irrigation needs - allow to dry out somewhat between waterings but not completely. |
| Day Length | Long-day plant. Plant in full shade to partial shade. |
| Pinching | Do not pinch. |
| When to Plant | Plant plugs in spring or anytime through to the end of summer to give the plants a long establishment period before winter conditions set in. |
| Harvesting | Flower stocks add a very unique structural element to bouquets or floral creations. Harvest when the bottom flowers of the inflorescence are open and remaining buds will continue to open in the vase. |
| Post Harvest Care | Expect a vase life of 1-2 weeks. The use of a floral preservative will help maximize vase life. |
| Diseases / Insects | Watch for aphids, whiteflies, snails, slugs and spider mites which can all affect this variety. Powdery mildew, fungal and bacterial leaf spots can be an issue during periods of prolonged wetness/where this is little airflow. |
| Bailey's Notes | This variety really makes a statement in the landscape or in the cutting garden. It's hard to find perennials suitable for cutting that thrive in shady conditions, but this certainly fits the bill. |
| Resources | Growing Acanthus |
Order Minimums and Tray Sizes
All TERRA NOVA® plugs are grown in a 36 cell half tray. The minimum order is 6 total half trays (an combination of varieties).
Orders for multiple ship weeks must be placed separately.
Patents & Plant Tags
Unauthorized propagation of varieties that are patented is strictly prohibited.
If you are purchasing these plugs with the intent to resell them, you must also purchase tags. Upon adding items to your cart, you will be prompted to add tags for each plant in the order, at the cost of $0.13 per tag. This is applied to your entire order.