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Acanthus montanus
Botanical Name
Acanthus montanus
Common Name
Mountain Thistle
Family
Acanthaceae
Acanthus montanus is an herbaceous perennial that grows to about five feet tall when it is in flower. It is hardy in USDA Zones 7 - 10. It is best planted in full sun to part shade, but flowering may be hindered if it is planted in too much shade.
It is grown for its dark green, textured, spiny foliage, as well as its flowers. The flowers are borne on a noticeable spike.
Gardens
Dead
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USDA Zone
7-10
Origin
w Tropical Africa
Leaves
Deciduous
Stems
Herbaceous
Hardiness
Hardy
Longevity
Perennial
Genus
Acanthus
Specific Epithet
montanus
Interspecific Hybrid Flag
No
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Hours
Hours: 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM | Daily
For their safety and the safety of our animal collection, pets are not allowed, nor can they be left in vehicles inside Brookgreen. Service animals that have received special training to assist disabled persons are welcome.
Tickets
Daily General Admission Tickets for 7 consecutive days
Children 3 and under: Free
Children 4-12: $12
Adults 13-64: $22
Seniors 65 & Over: $20
Location
1931 Brookgreen Drive
Murrells Inlet, SC 29576
Off US Highway 17 Bypass, between Murrells Inlet and Pawleys Island on South Carolina's Hammock Coast
843-235-6000
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