Euphorbia dulcis


Botanical Information

FamilyEuphorbiaceae
GenusEuphorbia
Speciesdulcis
CategoryPerennials

Details

USDA Hardiness Zone5-9
USDA Hardiness Ref.
Canada Hardiness Ref.
RHS Hardiness Ref.
Height15-30 cm
Spread15-30 cm
GrowthFast

Description and Growing Information

PropagationStart seed when ripe or in spring; divide plants in early spring. It frequently self-seeds in most gardens.
PestsNematodes, spider mites, aphids, mealybugs, fungal and bacterial diseases.
Notable SpecimensThe A.M. Cuddy Gardens, Strathroy, Ontario, Canada.
Leaf DescriptionBronzy green leaves and greenish yellow bracts in early summer. In autumn, its leaves turn shades of red, orange, and gold.

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