About
A compact, bushy herbaceous perennial or sub-shrub to about 30cm with dark green leaves, dark red on the undersides,and red-flushed young growth. Short, upright sprays of greenish-yellow flowers are produced in spring and summer.
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, Partial shade
Soil typeChalk, Loam, Sand
Soil pHAcid, Alkaline, Neutral
Soil moistureMoist but well-drained, Well-drained
AspectSouth-facing, West-facing, East-facing
ExposureExposed, Sheltered
UK hardinessH6
Plant details
Plant typeHerbaceous Perennial
HabitBushy
FoliageEvergreen
Height0.1-0.5 metres
Spread0.1-0.5 metres
Time to full height2-5 years
Suggested usesMediterranean climate plants, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Gravel garden
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
CultivationGrow in well-drained soil in sun or semi-shade. Suitable for containers. See Euphorbia for further advice
PruningCut back flowered shoots to ground level in late summer or autumn
PropagationPropagate by division in spring
Pest resistanceMay be susceptible to aphids
Disease resistanceGenerally disease-free