Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon'

Also Known As

Chameleon Spurge

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 2'
W: 2'

planting zones

5a-8b

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Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon' plant details

Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon' is a broadleaf deciduous or semi-evergreen perennial with purple foliage. In spring orange and yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Adapts to various soil conditions. Does well in average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen purple
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT tall
Flowers: orange and yellow blooms in spring
Uses: self-sowing

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia dulcis 'Chameleon'

USDA Zones: 5a - 8b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, pollution
Soil needs: average, gritty, lean, rich, rocky and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Like its namesake, this fine mounding plant (to 2') covers a lot of color-territory: its whorls of narrow leaves are a rich purple and green while its bright spring flowers are yellow, tinted again with purple and green. S-PSh/M

By: Forestfarm

Dark burgundy foliage provides a great foil for the small yellow flowers on a 12" -24" plant. Self seeding can be a slight nuisance, but the seedlings pull up very easily.

By: Sunshine Farm and Gardens

Purple leaves often marbled green, with yellow springtime blossoms flushed bronze. Fall colors of orange, scarlet and plum. Self-sows. Hardy to 0F. Southern Europe.