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Euphorbia characias wulfenii

Yellow Spurge

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Information by: J.J. Neilson ArboretumVentura maste        Photographer:

 

Description

Broad clusters of lime green flowers appear in winter and spring. These flowers create dense, round cylindrical masses! This evergreen perennial has upright stems forming a 4' tall dome-shaped bush. Crowded all along the stems are narrow, blue-green leaves. Once it's established, it is drought tolerant. Until the seeds ripen, the flower color holds with only slight fading. At that point, the stalks should be cut out at the base. Use gloves as sap is poisonous or could cause contact dermatitis.

 

Plant Type

Perennial

Height Range

3-6'

Width Range

1-3'

Flower Color

Green, Yellow

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

Leaf Color

Blue Green

Bark Color

n/a

Fruit Color

n/a

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

Water

Very Low

Growth Rate

Moderate

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

Soil pH

Neutral

Adverse Factors

Poisonous

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Shape

Seasonal Interest

Winter, Spring

Location Uses

Perennial Border, Foundation, Indoor, Patio, Walls / Fences, With Rocks

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Mulching around plants helps retain water and improves the soil.