Acanthus spinosus (Bear’s Breeches) Standing Sprays & Wreaths A basket full of woodland

A basket full of woodland wildflowers

An elegant low floral composition with pinks and a touch of deeper tones for contrast

Lush bouquet of late summer flowers and scented geranium foliage

tall and wide

Beardless yellow wetland iris that can spread aggressively if left unchecked

Acanthus spinosus (Bear’s Breeches) Standing Sprays & Wreaths A basket full of woodlandA clumping, herbaceous perennial with attractive foliage and tall, upright blooms from late spring to midsummer. The mauve, snapdragon like flower spikes reach 3 to 4 tall. Grows in full sun to part shade and medium moisture, well drained soil. Photos courtesy of Missouri Botanical Garden