Euphorbia characias wulfenii
£12.00
notes
Euphorbia characias wulfenii is a shrubby spurge from the Mediterranean, forming mounds of evergreen leaves. In early spring, showy heads of chartreuse-yellow flowers bring colour to a spring border or container.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 3 L
- Height and Spread: 120cm x 100cm (3ft 11in x 3ft 3in) in 2 - 5 years
Features
notes
Euphorbia characias wulfenii is a shrubby spurge from the Mediterranean, forming mounds of evergreen leaves. In early spring, showy heads of chartreuse-yellow flowers bring colour to a spring border or container.
Insights
Edwardian garden designer Gertrude Jekyll described this sun-loving, evergreen perennial as 'one of the grandest of plants'. Plant in beds and borders as a contrast in foliage form and texture. Especially striking alongside dark leaved evergreen shrubs or ivy clad walls.
Details
- Flowers early spring to summer
- Hardy
Planting
- All soil types
- South, West or East facing
- Full sun or partial sunlight
Care
- All parts are highly toxic by ingestion, sap may irritate skin and eyes so wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling
- Cut back flowering shoots to ground level in late summer or autumn.
Glossary