Acanthophyllum is a clump-forming cultivar of a genus comprising around 75 species of compact, perennial plants that resemble shrubs. It features semi-evergreen, spiny foliage and produces flowers in shades of pink or white during spring and summer. This cultivar thrives in full sun and is suitable for east, south, or west-facing aspects, tolerating exposed conditions. It prefers fertile, well-drained soil that is moist but not waterlogged, with an alkaline to neutral pH, and grows well in chalk, loam, or sand soils. Hardy to UK zone H6, it is ideal for gravel gardens, rock gardens, patios, and containers.

Acanthophyllum is a semi-evergreen, spiny perennial with pink or white spring flowers, ideal for gravel gardens, patios, and rockeries in full sun.

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