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This plant will provide nectar and pollen for bees and the many other types of pollinating insects.
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Other common names broad-leaved glaucous spurge
Family Euphorbiaceae
Genus Euphorbia can be annuals, perennials, shrubs or succulents, with milky sap and small flowers held within cupped, often colourful bracts
Details E. myrsinites is an evergreen perennial with trailing leafy stems to 35cm in length. Leaves slightly fleshy, bright glaucous green; flowers yellow green, in terminal clusters 10cm in width
Plant range S Europe, Asia Minor
Foliage Evergreen
Habit Trailing
Toxicity All parts are highly toxic by ingestion, sap may irritate skin and eyes. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
Hardiness
All ratings refer to the UK growing conditions unless otherwise stated. Minimum temperature ranges (in degrees C) are shown in brackets
H5
Full Sun
Aspect North-facing or West-facing or East-facing or South-facing
Exposure Exposed or Sheltered
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
MoistureWell-drained
SoilChalk, Clay, Loam, Sand
pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Ultimate height Up to 10 cm
Ultimate spread 0.1-0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height 2-5 years
Cultivation Grow in well-drained soil in full sun
Propagation Propagate by seed or division
Suggested planting locations and garden types Gravel Garden Rock Garden Mediterranean Climate Plants
Pruning No pruning required
Pests Generally pest free
Diseases Generally disease free
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