Euphorbia characias

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Information by: Jerry Sortomme        Photographer: Steve Mullany

 

Description

This perennial will reach 3'-4' tall and 3'-6' wide. It has blue-green leaves with bright green flowers that bloom from late winter to early spring.

 

  • Anatomy

  • Sun/Water

  • Design

Plant Type

Perennial

 

Height Range

3-6'

 

Flower Color

Green

 

Flower Season

Winter, Spring

 

Leaf Color

Green

 

Bark Color

n/a

 

Fruit Color

n/a

 

Fruit Season

n/a

Sun

Full, Half

 

Water

Low, Medium

 

Growth Rate

Moderate

 

Soil Type

Sandy, Clay, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular

 

Soil Condition

Average, Well-drained

 

Soil pH

Neutral

 

Adverse Factors

n/a

Design Styles

Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch

 

Accenting Features

Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Shape

 

Seasonal Interest

Spring

 

Location Uses

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

 

Special Uses

Container, Mass Planting

 

Attracts Wildlife

n/a

Water Saving Tip:

Fix leaking sprinklers, valves, and pipes.

One broken spray sprinkler can waste 10 gallons per minute - or 100 gallons in a typical 10 minute watering cycle.