Overview
Euphorbia resinifera is a matforming herbaceous perennial in the genus Euphorbia, part of the Euphorbiaceae family, with deciduous foliage. Euphorbia resinifera 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 resinifera, commonly known as resin spurge, is a matforming herbaceous perennial within the diverse Euphorbia genus, which includes annuals, perennials, shrubs, and succulents. 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 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. Propagation is by division in early spring or seed in autumn or spring, with interest in spring and summer.
About the genus
Euphorbia is a large and diverse genus of flowering plants, commonly called spurge, in the family Euphorbiaceae.
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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 resinifera 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 resinifera
- 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 resinifera?
Euphorbia resinifera prefers full sun. It suits exposed and sheltered positions.
What soil does Euphorbia resinifera need?
Euphorbia resinifera 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 resinifera hardy in the UK?
Euphorbia resinifera 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 resinifera?
Propagation is by division in early spring or propagate by seed in autumn or spring.
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