Euphorbia martinii Ascot Rainbow
£12.00
notes
Euphorbia martinii Ascot Rainbow is a shrubby spurge from the Mediterranean, forming evergreen mounds of leathery grey-green leaves, edged in creamy yellow and flushed rose pink during the winter months. Showy heads of chartreuse-yellow flowers with red tips appear in late spring and last into early summer.
Dimensions
- Pot size: 2 L
- Height and Spread: 100cm x 100cm (3ft 3in x 3ft 3in) in 2 - 5 years
Features
notes
Euphorbia martinii Ascot Rainbow is a shrubby spurge from the Mediterranean, forming evergreen mounds of leathery grey-green leaves, edged in creamy yellow and flushed rose pink during the winter months. Showy heads of chartreuse-yellow flowers with red tips appear in late spring and last into early summer.
Insights
Plant this soft, evergreen perennial in beds and borders as a contrast in foliage form and texture; especially striking alongside light leaved, evergreen shrubs. Euphorbias are equally at home in a contemporary minimalist or gravel garden.
Details
- Flowers: April - June
- 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. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling.
- Cut back flowering shoots to ground level in late summer or autumn
Glossary