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Herbaceous Perennial
Euphorbia cyparissias 'Fens Ruby'
cypress spurge 'Fens Ruby'
A fast-spreading rhizomatous perennial with feathery, linear purple leaves and greenish-yellow flowers from late spring
Synonyms
Euphorbia 'Fens Ruby'Euphorbia cyparissias 'Purpurea'
see moreEuphorbia cyparissias 'Clarice Howard'
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Orange Yellow | Blue Green Purple | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Orange Yellow | Blue Green Purple | ||
| Autumn | ||||
| Winter |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H7Botanical details
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Habit
- Matforming
- 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
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained soil in full sun. May have the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well. See Euphorbia for further advice
Propagation
Propagation is by division in early spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Coastal
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Banks and slopes
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
In early spring, cut back to base
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
May be susceptible to rust
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