Euphorbia 'Efanthia'PBR

spurge 'Efanthia'
A compact, bushy herbaceous perennial or sub-shrub to about 30cm with dark green leaves, dark red on the undersides,and red-flushed young growth. Short, upright sprays of greenish-yellow flowers are produced in spring and summer
Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metresTime to ultimate height
2–5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1–0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drainedpH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
Spring | Red | Green Yellow | Green Red | |
---|---|---|---|---|
Summer | Red | Green Yellow | Green Red | |
Autumn | Red | Green Red | ||
Winter | Red | Green Red |
Position
- Full sun
- Partial shade
Aspect
South–facing or West–facing or East–facing
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H6Botanical details
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native to GB / Ireland
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Bushy
- Potentially harmful
- Humans/Pets: IRRITANT to skin/eye, harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
- Genus
Euphorbia can be annuals, perennials, shrubs or succulents, with milky sap and small flowers held within cupped, often colourful bracts
- Name status
Accepted
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained soil in sun or semi-shade. Suitable for containers. See Euphorbia for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by division in spring
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Mediterranean climate plants
- City and courtyard gardens
- Cottage and informal garden
- Gravel garden
- Flower borders and beds
Pruning
Cut back flowered shoots to ground level in late summer or autumn
Pests
May be susceptible to aphids
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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