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Euphorbia characias 'Bruce's Dwarf'
Also Known As
- Bruce Spurge
Plant type
perennial
size
- H: 3'
- W: 3'
planting zones
- 6a-9b
Euphorbia characias 'Bruce's Dwarf' plant details
Euphorbia characias 'Bruce's Dwarf' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring chartreuse and yellow flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia characias 'Bruce's Dwarf'
- Plant type: perennial
- Plant family: euphorbiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen blue and green
- Mature size: 3 FT wide, 3 FT tall
- Flowers: chartreuse and yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: border plant, clumping, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia characias 'Bruce's Dwarf'
- USDA Zones: 6a - 9b
- Sun exposure: sun
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer
- Soil needs: average and well-drained
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How to Grow Euphorbia characias 'Bruce's Dwarf'
Sun Exposure
- sun
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in summer
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
Features
Foliage Color
- green
- blue
Flower Color
- yellow
- chartreuse
Wildlife
- deer resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Texture
- glossy
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 18"-24"
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Plant Type
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 10'-15'
- sun
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 2'-6'
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 3'-4'
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