Commonly known as Bear’s Breeches, is an architectural Mediterranean perennial with large, deeply lobed, glossy green leaves forming a dense basal rosette. In mid to late summer, tall upright spikes emerge, bearing white, hooded flowers beneath purplish bracts. Slow to establish, it rewards patience with a dramatic, sculptural presence and historic interest — its foliage inspired the design of Corinthian column capitals. Thrives in full sun to part shade with well-drained soil.
- Plant Patent: n/a
- Container Size: n/a
- USDA Zone: 7-10
- Height: 3-5’
- Spread: 3’
- Sun Exposure: full sun to part shade
- Soil Moisture: average
- Bloom Time: summer
- Bloom Color: white, purple
- Foliage Color: green
- US Native: no
- Wildlife Benefit:
- Notes: rabbit tolerant, deer tolerant