Needle-leaved thorny-bur
Acanthophyllum acerosum
Caryophyllaceae
Perennial
Ornamental
Evergreen
Attracts pollinators
About this plant
Acanthophyllum acerosum, the needle-leaved thorny-bur, is a perennial ornamental plant that thrives in full sun and requires low watering. It grows to a height of 0.2–0.4 meters and is evergreen, preferring chalky, loamy, or sandy soil. It is suitable for USDA zones 4–8 and blooms in pink and white during June, July, and August.
Light
Full sun
Watering
Low water
Soil
Chalky, Loamy, Sandy
Height
0.2–0.4 m
Spread
0.3–0.5 m
Zones
4–8
Flower colors
Calendar
Jan
Feb
Mar
Apr
May
Jun
Jul
Aug
Sep
Oct
Nov
Dec
Bloom Period
J
F
M
A
M
J
J
A
S
O
N
D
Bloom Period
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Growing Tips
- Sunlight: Full sun is required.
- Watering: Low water needs.
- Soil: Prefers chalky, loamy, or sandy soils.
- USDA Zones: 4–8.
- Height: Grows 0.2–0.4 meters tall.
- Blooms: Pink and white flowers in June, July, and August.
- Evergreen: Yes.
Data source: Trefle.io
