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Herbaceous Perennial

Euphorbia wallichii Hook. f.
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Wallich spurge

A variable perennial to around 60cm tall often forming bushy clumps of upright stems with dark green leaves up to 7.5cm long marked with a pale central vein. Bright yellow flowerheads up to 12.5cm across are produced from late spring into summer

Synonyms
Euphorbia wallichii 'TRUE'
Euphorbia luteoviridis
see moreEuphorbia himalayensis misapplied
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Size
Ultimate height
0.5–1 metres
Time to ultimate height
2–5 years
Ultimate spread
0.1–0.5 metres
Growing conditions
Chalk
Loam
Sand
Moisture
Moist but well–drained, Well–drained
pH
Acid, Alkaline, Neutral
Colour & scent
StemFlowerFoliageFruit
Spring Yellow Green
Summer Yellow Green
Autumn Green
Winter
Position
  • Full sun
  • Partial shade
Aspect

South–facing or West–facing or East–facing

Exposure
Exposed or Sheltered
Drought resistance
Yes
Hardiness
H5
Botanical details
Family
Euphorbiaceae
Native to GB / Ireland
No
Foliage
Deciduous
Habit
Bushy, Clump forming
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

Correct

Plant range
Asia

How to grow

Cultivation

Grows best in a fertile soil in full sun but will tolerate partial shade. See Euphorbia for further advice

Propagation

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

Suggested planting locations and garden types
  • City and courtyard gardens
  • Cottage and informal garden
  • Coastal
  • Wildlife gardens
  • Flower borders and beds
Pruning

Cut back flowering shoots to ground level in late summer or autumn

Pests

Generally pest-free

Diseases

Generally disease-free

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