Overview
Euphorbia fasciculata is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Euphorbia, part of the Euphorbiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Euphorbia fasciculata 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 fasciculata 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 and suits south- or west-facing aspects, tolerating both exposed and sheltered conditions. It prefers fertile, well-drained soils, including chalk, loam, and sand, across a range of pH levels from acid to alkaline. Hardy to UK zone H7, Euphorbia fasciculata is ideal for coastal, city, courtyard, cottage, informal, and wildlife gardens, with interest during 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 fasciculata 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 fasciculata
- 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 fasciculata?
Euphorbia fasciculata prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Euphorbia fasciculata need?
Euphorbia fasciculata 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 fasciculata hardy in the UK?
Euphorbia fasciculata 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 fasciculata?
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
