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    Euphorbia epithymoides 'Bonfire' PP18585

    Also Known As

    • Euphorbia polychroma 'Bonfire'
    • Bonfire Spurge

    Plant type

    perennial

    size

    • H: 8"-12"
    • W: 12"-18"

    planting zones

    • 4a-9b

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    Euphorbia epithymoides 'Bonfire' PP18585 plant details

    Euphorbia epithymoides 'Bonfire' PP18585 is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with bronze, purple and red foliage. In spring and summer chartreuse and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant and humidity tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia epithymoides 'Bonfire' PP18585

    Plant type: perennial
    Plant family: euphorbiaceae
    Foliage: deciduous bronze, purple and red
    Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 8 IN - 12 IN - tall
    Flowers: chartreuse and yellow blooms in spring and summer
    Uses: border plant, rock garden

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia epithymoides 'Bonfire' PP18585

    USDA Zones: 4a - 9b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: regular - low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat and humidity
    Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    NEW AWESOME cultivar of a tough, resilient species! Neat, uniform and well rounded mounds, 10” tall and about 18” across – foliage emerges green then quickly becomes burnished, coppery bronze! Bright yellow, zippy flowers in spring really light this plant on fire! Easy, long lived – Decent drainage – full sun to light shade – Deer and rodent proof – Drought tolerant once established. USDA Z5

    By: Secret Garden Growers

    Green foliage in spring smolders a deep red all summer long. Bright yellow bloom sprays throughout the summer. Deer-resistant.

    By: Cactus Jungle

    A personal favorite because of the stunning bright yellow flower bracts against the fuzzy red foliage. Deciduous clumping plants 12" tall x 18" wide.

    By: Dancing Oaks Nursery

    Gardening facts about Euphorbia epithymoides 'Bonfire' PP18585 plant

    How to Grow Euphorbia epithymoides 'Bonfire' PP18585

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • regular - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rich

    • Special Situation

      • heat tolerant
      • humidity tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • red
      • bronze
      • purple

    • Flower Color

      • yellow
      • chartreuse

    • Wildlife

      • bees
      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • summer
      • spring

    • Foliage Season

      • deciduous

    • Texture

      • glossy

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