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Herbaceous Perennial

Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon'
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sweet spurge 'Chameleon'

'Chameleon' is a clump-forming perennial to 70cm tall, with lance-shaped purple leaves turning red in autumn, and small yellow flowers in early summer

Synonyms
Euphorbia 'Chameleon'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
1–2 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Purple
Summer Yellow Purple
Autumn Red
Winter
Position
  • Partial shade
Aspect

North–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H6
Botanical details
Family
Euphorbiaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
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

Tolerant of dry soil but best grown in moist, humus-rich soil in light dappled shade. See Euphorbia for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by seed in containers in a cold frame as soon as ripe or in spring; divide in early spring or take basal cuttings in spring or early summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Coastal
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Tidy up plant after flowering

Pests

Aphids may be troublesome

Diseases

May be susceptible to grey moulds

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