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Asked: May 29, 2023

What’s the difference between Acanthus ‘Tasmanian Angel’ and Acanthus ‘Whitewater’?

What’s the difference between Acanthus ‘Tasmanian Angel’ and Acanthus ‘Whitewater’?

Acanthus ‘Tasmanian angel’ is the original variegated version and Acanthus ‘whitewater’ is a hybrid version that is not quite so fussy and a bit tougher.

RHS Hardiness Ratings	USDA Plant Hardiness Zones	Approximate Temperature Range (°C)
H1a H1b H1c	13 12 11	>15°C 10 to 15°C 5 to 10°C
H2	10b	1 to 5°C
H3	9b to 10a	-5 to 1°C
H4	8b to 9a	-10 to -5°C
H5	7b to 8a	-15 to -10°C
H6	6b and 7a	-20 to -15°C
H7	6a	Below -20°C