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Herbaceous Perennial

Euphorbia graminea 'Glitz'

A compact, evergreen, frost-tender perennial, often grown from seed as an annual that forms a mound of oblong to broadly linear foliage up to around 40cm tall. Branched clusters of tiny white flowers are borne in profusion over a long period from late spring into autumn

Size
Ultimate height
0.1–0.5 metres
Time to ultimate height
1–2 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring White Green
Summer White Green
Autumn White Green
Winter Green
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H2
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 a well-drained, light soil in full sun but will tolerate partial shade. See Euphorbia for further advice

Propagation

Propagate by seed or by basal cuttings taken in spring or early summer

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • hanging basket
  • Patio and container plants
  • Conservatory and greenhouse
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

If overwintering under cover cut back in spring to maintain compact habit before placing outside when risk of frost has passed

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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