Euphorbia polychroma (Cushion Spurge)
Botanical Information
| Family | Euphorbiaceae |
| Genus | Euphorbia |
| Species | polychroma |
| Synonyms | Euphorbia epithymoides |
| Category | Perennials |
Details
| USDA Hardiness Zone | 4 - 8 |
| USDA Hardiness Ref. | |
| Canadian Hardiness Zone | 2a - 8a |
| Canada Hardiness Ref. | |
| RHS Hardiness Zone | H7 |
| RHS Hardiness Ref. | |
| Temperature (°C) | -35 -(-7) |
| Temperature (°F) | -30 - 20 |
| Height | 30 - 45 cm |
| Spread | 30 - 45 cm |
| Growth | Fast |
| Flowering Period | May, June |
Description and Growing Information
| Propagation | By seed, however it freely self-seeds in most gardens where young plants may be transplanted as required. |
| Cultivation | Thrives in dry in soils with full sun exposure and can survive in poor soil conditions as long as they are not saturated. |
| Pests | No serious insect or disease problems. |
| Notable Specimens | The A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada. |
| Fruit Description | Bright greenish-yellow, compact flowers that grow in groups of 4 - 5 per stem. |
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