Euphorbia characias [dwarf]

Also Known As

Euphorbia characias 'Dwarf'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

H: 20"-30"
W: 18"-24"

planting zones

7a-10b

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Euphorbia characias [dwarf] plant details

Euphorbia characias [dwarf] is a cactus / succulent with blue and green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - shade and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia characias [dwarf]

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 20 IN - 30 IN - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
Uses: self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia characias [dwarf]

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - shade
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Do you love the wonderful, big, chartreuse flower heads of Euphorbia characias but it’s just too big for your small garden in general? Well, this dwarf form grows to only 2.5’ tall, so you can make new combinations with it closer to the front of your beds. And the flowers are just as big as the full-sized version, which makes it super-showy! Perfect for parking strips where it won’t get bumped into. Plant in sweeps for a real show stopper in Spring. Reseeds! (Or just deadhead if you don’t want the extra volunteers!) When deadheading, cut the entire stem to the base. Provide some shade in hotter areas. As with all Euphorbias, avoid getting the milky sap on your skin as it can be an irritant.