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Spurge

A large group of useful garden perennials. Flowers are colorful bracts, chartreuse to yellow and occasionally creamy white or orange-red. Plants are either shrubby or low and spreading, depending on the type. All are a welcome addition to the garden. Prune lightly, if needed, after flowering.

Companion Plants

Beard-Tongue

Tickseed

Yarrow

Plant Details

  • Common name

    Spurge

  • Botanical name

    Euphorbia

  • Variety

    na

  • Zone

    USDA Zone 6 (-10°F) to USDA Zone 9 (20°F)

  • Light

    Sun

  • Height

    6-48in (15-122 cm)

  • Habit

    Varies

  • Feed

    Fertilize with an all-purpose fertilizer

  • Water

    Prefers well-drained soil

  • Bloom Color

    Mix

  • Bloom Time

    Summer

  • Maintenance

    Mulch to reduce weeds.