Overview
Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion' is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Euphorbia, part of the Euphorbiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion' grows best in full sun, and tolerates most soils and any pH. Its UK hardiness is rated H7. Suggested uses include coastal, city and courtyard gardens, cottage and informal garden and wildlife gardens.
About
Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion' (cushion spurge 'Golden Fusion') is a matforming herbaceous perennial belonging to the diverse Euphorbia genus, known for its milky sap and small flowers surrounded by colourful cupped bracts. This deciduous plant thrives in full sun with a south- or west-facing aspect and tolerates both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers fertile, well-drained soils such as chalk, loam, or sand, with a pH ranging from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H7, it is suitable for coastal, city, courtyard, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens, offering interest in spring and summer. Propagation is by division in early spring or by seed in autumn or spring.
Growing conditions
Best soil and position for Euphorbia
- Sunlight
- Full sun
- Soil type
- Chalk, Loam, Sand
- Soil pH
- Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
- Soil moisture
- Moist but well-drained, Well-drained
- Aspect
- South-facing, West-facing
- Exposure
- Exposed, Sheltered
- UK hardiness
- H7
Plant details
Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion' size, habit and characteristics
- Plant type
- Herbaceous Perennial
- Habit
- Matforming
- Foliage
- Deciduous
- Suggested uses
- Coastal, City and courtyard gardens, Cottage and informal garden, Wildlife gardens
Care notes
Pruning and caring for Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion'
- Propagation
- Propagation is by division in early spring or propagate by seed in autumn or spring
- Pest resistance
- Generally pest-free
- Disease resistance
- May be susceptible to a rust
Frequently asked questions
Where is the best place to plant Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion'?
Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion' prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion' need?
Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion' is adaptable and grows happily in most soil types, including chalk, loam and sand. It is happy in soil of any pH. Aim for soil that stays moist but well-drained to well-drained.
Is Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion' hardy in the UK?
Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion' has an RHS hardiness rating of H7, meaning it is fully hardy throughout the UK, tolerating temperatures below -20°C.
How do I propagate Euphorbia epithymoides 'Golden Fusion'?
Propagation is by division in early spring or propagate by seed in autumn or spring.
More in the Euphorbia genus
- Euphorbia ammak
- Euphorbia atropurpurea
- Euphorbia balsamifera
- Euphorbia bupleurifolia
- Euphorbia burmannii
- Euphorbia canariensis
- Euphorbia candelabrum
- Euphorbia ceratocarpahorned spurge
