Euphorbia characias Silver Swan ('Wilcott'PBR) (v)

spurge [Silver Swan]
A variegated selection with white edging to the leaves and bracts, giving a striking appearance. The flowers may open to show a reddish-orange eye, but may be shy to do so
Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1–1.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Cream Green White | Blue Green White | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Cream Green White | Blue Green White | ||
Autumn | Blue Green White | |||
Winter | Blue Green White |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- All parts are highly toxic by ingestion, sap may irritate skin and eyes. 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
Trade
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained, light soil in full sun
Propagation
Propagate by division in early spring or take basal cuttings in spring or early summer; dip cut surfaces in charcoal or lukewarm water to prevent bleeding
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- City and courtyard gardens
- Coastal
- Cottage and informal garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back flowering shoots to ground level in late summer or autumn
Pests
Prone to aphids
Diseases
Generally disease free

Euphorbia characias Silver Swan ('Wilcott'PBR) (v)
spurge [Silver Swan]
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