Does anybody know what this is?

Nearlyanovice

I think it's a weed but just guessing!  Do you know?  Very many thanks.   

Lyn

Could be Acanthus Mollis.

Butterfly66

Yes it’s Acanthus mollis. Not a weed but can be a thug is some gardens (not in ours) has attractive tall flower spikes in summer

Nearlyanovice

Thank you so much.  Really appreciate such rapid response, not to mention such impressive knowledge!