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Euphorbia × martini 'Rudolph'PBR
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Martin's spurge 'Rudolph'

A fast-growing, evergreen, perennial sub-shrub, forming a mound of leathery lance-shaped dark green leaves. The tips of the stems develop bright red colouration in the winter and go on to produce heads of lime-green flowers in the following spring and summer. New stems emerge at ground level in spring

Synonyms
Euphorbia × martini 'Waleuphrud'
Euphorbia × martini 'Walberton's Rudolf'
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.5–1 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Green Yellow Green
Summer Green Yellow Green
Autumn Green
Winter Green Red
Position
  • Full sun
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H5
Botanical 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

Grows best in mild areas in light, well-drained soil in full sun. See Euphorbia for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by basal cuttings in spring or early summer; dip cut surfaces in charcoal or lukewarm water to prevent bleeding

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Mediterranean climate plants
  • Patio and container plants
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Cut back old, flowered stems to the ground in late summer and autumn

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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