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08.08.2023 - 16:28 / gardenerspath.com / Kristine Lofgren
How to Grow and Care for Euphorbia Euphorbia spp.
My first experience with euphorbias was the weedy, impossible-to-eliminate spurge weed, Euphorbia maculata.
The stuff is so obnoxious, I thought I was ready to write off the entire genus. Good thing I didn’t, because it contains some exceptional plants!
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There are massive, tree-like Euphorbia species that grow nearly 100 feet tall, and itty-bitty ‘Tiny Tim’ spurge that stays under a foot.
Some emerge in late winter, and others stick around well past the first frost. Most are sun lovers that don’t mind a little neglect.
Generally, euphorbias are tough, easy to care for, drought tolerant, and vibrantly colored, many with acid-green leaves and often colorful floral bracts.
They’re the perfect thing for rock gardens and tough, dry spots. Some can even tolerate heavy soil or shade.
These underappreciated plants deserve a more prominent spot in the garden.
The chartreuse coloring is like a bright light demanding all the attention. Convinced you need some euphorbia in your yard? Good!
Here’s what we’re going to discuss to help you make the most of these eye-catching plants:
Don’t get me wrong, I still detest spurge weed, but the word “euphorbia” no longer sets my teeth on edge.
Now, it brings to mind some exceptionally versatile and tough beauties. Ready to learn more?
Cultivation and HistoryEuphorbia is a huge genus with around 2,000 known species that vary dramatically in appearance.
And it’s a genus that is constantly changing with new advances in taxonomy, with new species added and others shifted to different genera.
Some look like cacti, with spines (actually
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