Euphorbia amygdaloides var. robbiae (Wood Spurge)
Euphorbia amygdaloides var. robbiae (Wood Spurge) is a spreading evergreen perennial forming colonies of rosettes of shiny, deep green, leathery leaves from which arise large rounded sprays of showy, lime-green flowers in late spring or early summer which last for months. Perfect under trees, in woodland settings, very attractive ground cover.
Euphorbia amygdaloides var. robbiae (Wood Spurge) is a spreading evergreen perennial forming colonies of rosettes of shiny, deep green, leathery leaves from which arise large rounded sprays of showy, lime-green flowers in late spring or early summer which last for months. The plant spreads by underground runners, until eventually the evergreen leaves form a low weed-smothering carpet over the ground. Perfect under trees, in woodland settings, very attractive ground cover.
- Typically grows up to 12-24 in. tall (30-60 cm) and 24-30 in. wide (60-75 cm)
- Remaining attractive during all its growing season, this remarkable plant is resilient to most pests and diseases, is drought, deer and rabbit tolerant and is easy to care for.
- A full sun to part shade lover, this plant thrives in a wide range of conditions and accepts dry or moist soils.
- Perfect addition to beds and borders, as ground cover, for coastal gardens, cottage gardens or city gardens.
- Propagate by division in spring
- All parts of the plant are highly toxic if ingested. The milky sap may cause irritation to skin and eyes.
Requirements
Hardiness | 6 – 9 |
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Heat Zones | 2 – 9 |
Climate Zones | 1, 2, 2B, 3, 4, 5, 6, 7, 8, 9, 10, 11, 12, 13, 14, 15, 16, 17, 18, 19, 20, 21, 22, 23, 24 |
Plant Type | Perennials |
Plant Family | Euphorbia – Spurges |
Exposure | Full Sun, Partial Sun |
Season of Interest | Spring (Mid,Late) |
Height | 1' – 2' (30cm – 60cm) |
Spread | 2' – 3' (60cm – 90cm) |
Spacing | 24″ – 30″ (60cm – 75cm) |
Water Needs | Average |
Maintenance | Low |
Soil Type | Chalk, Loam, Sand |
Soil pH | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral |
Soil Drainage | Moist but Well-Drained, Well-Drained |
Characteristics | Showy, Evergreen |
Tolerance | Deer, Drought, Rabbit |
Garden Uses | Beds and Borders, Ground Covers |
Garden Styles | City and Courtyard, Coastal Garden, Informal and Cottage |