Euphorbia stygiana 'Torridge'
A compact, evergreen shrub with lax upright stems, bearing rosettes of narrowly ovate, waxy bright green leaves with yellow midribs and pale undersides. Lower leaves turn bright red in autumn. Large clusters of pale yellowish-green, honey-scented, flowers top the stems in late spring and early summer, followed by green, knobbly, pea-sized fruit
Size
Ultimate height
1.5–2.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
1.5–2.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Green Yellow | Green Yellow | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Green Yellow | Green Yellow | ||
| Autumn | Green Yellow | |||
| Winter | Green Yellow |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing
Exposure
ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H4Botanical details
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- Humans/Pets: IRRITANT to skin/eye, harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
- 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, light soil in full sun. In colder areas, this plant will require winter protection, or grow in a container and overwinter in a cool greenhouse. See Euphorbia for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by seed, or take basal softwood 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
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to grey moulds
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