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Herbaceous Perennial
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Yellow | Green | ||
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Yellow | Green | ||
Autumn | Green Red | Green | ||
Winter | Green Red | Green Red |
Position
- Partial shade
Aspect
East–facing or North–facing
Exposure
Sheltered Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native to the UK
- Yes
- 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
Correct
How to grow
Cultivation
An easy-to-grow plant that will cope with most conditions even dry shade. It spreads by rhizomes and has the potential to become a nuisance if not managed well. See Euphorbia for further advice
Propagation
Divide in spring, basal cuttings in early summer, sow seeds.
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Cottage and informal garden
- Wildlife gardens
- Low Maintenance
- Ground cover
Pruning
Remove stems imediatley after flowering to encourage new basal growth.
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
May be susceptible to botrytis (grey mould)
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