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Herbaceous Perennial

Euphorbia nereidum
  • RHS AGM

nerium-leaved spurge

A tall, upright perennial, evergreen in milder areas, otherwise dying down in winter. The leaves are mid-green with pale veins and the flowers yellow-green from late spring to early autumn

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Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
1.5–2.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Poorly–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green Yellow Green
Summer Green Yellow Green
Autumn Green Yellow Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Euphorbiaceae
Native to the UK
No
Foliage
Semi evergreen
Habit
Bushy
Potentially harmful
IRRITANT to skin/eye, harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Genus

Euphorbia can be annuals, perennials, shrubs or succulents, with milky sap and small flowers held within cupped, often colourful bracts

Name status

Correct

Plant range
Morocco

How to grow

Cultivation

Naturally occurs in wet ground, so more moisture-tolerant than other euphorbias. Needs support (see staking perennials). See Euphorbia for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by basal cuttings in spring or early summer; dip cut surfaces in charcoal or lukewarm water to prevent bleeding

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Architectural
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Cut back flowering shoots to ground level in late autumn

Pests

May be susceptible to aphids

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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