Euphorbia schillingii

Also Known As

Spurge

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'-3'
W: 3'

planting zones

7a-9b

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Euphorbia schillingii plant details

Euphorbia schillingii is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In summer chartreuse flowers emerge. Features glossy texture. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, rich and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia schillingii

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 3 FT wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in summer
Uses: border plant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia schillingii

USDA Zones: 7a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average, rich and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Euphorbia schillingii is a robust, clump-forming spurge with erect stems and elliptical to oblong, dark green leaves about five inches in length with pale green or white stripes along the mid ribs. It is one of the best bright yellow Euphorbias with tall upright stems to just over three feet tall. Broad terminal clusters of bright yellow flowers are produced from late spring to late summer. Deciduous and clump-forming.

By: Phoenix Perennials and Specialty Plants Ltd.

Bright chartreuse bracts on 2-3' stems in early summer blend beautifully with border companions. Light seems to positively emanate from them! Respectable golden fall color as well. Clumping. Minimum temperature: 0°F