About
An upright herbaceous perennial that has branched stems to a height of 90cm, clothed in oval, longish leaves, rounded at both ends. In summer, loose clusters of white bracts are borne, with tiny greenish centres which are the true flowers.
About the genus
Euphorbia can be annuals, perennials, shrubs or succulents, with milky sap and small flowers held within cupped, often colourful bracts
Growing conditions
SunlightFull sun
Soil typeSand, Loam, Clay, Chalk
Soil pHNeutral, Alkaline, Acid
Soil moistureWell-drained
AspectWest-facing, South-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH5
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitColumnar upright, Clump forming, Spreading branched
FoliageDeciduous
Height0.5-1 metres
Spread0.5-1 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesPrairie planting, Wildlife gardens, Cottage and informal garden, City and courtyard gardens
ToxicityHumans/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
Care notes
CultivationThrives in a light well-drained soil in full sun. See Euphorbia for further advice
PruningCut back at the end of the season
PropagationPropagate by seed in autumn or by division in autumn or spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceMay be susceptible to a rust and Powdery mildews