Euphorbia myrsinites is a striking evergreen perennial known for its distinctive blue-green spiral foliage that forms a cascading pattern and yellow-green flowers (actually specialized structures called cyathia) that bloom in spring. Best shape in full sun and dry, well-drained soils. Tolerant of heat, drought, deer, and rabbit.
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Type: |
Annual |
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Height: |
0.5' - 1' |
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Spread: |
1' - 2’ |
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Spacing: |
1.5’ |
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USDA Hardiness Zone: |
4 - 8 |
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Culture: |
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Bloom Color: |
Green+Yellow |
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Season of Interest: |
MAINTENANCE NEEDS: Low Maintenance. Full sun, low water. Can tolerate shade, but will have clumping form. Use gloves when handling.
LANDSCAPE USES: Summer Annual, Accents or Group Plantings, Borders, Naturalized Areas, Rock Gardens, and Containers.
COMPANION PLANTS: Petunias, SunPatiens, Calibrachoa
IMAGE: Wisconsin Horticulture Extension, Euphorbia myrsinites
*As plants have ranges in appearance they may not appear as the images shown.