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Euphorbia ingens
Also Known As
- Candelabra Tree
Plant type
tree, cactus / succulent
size
- H: 30'-50'
- W: 10'-30'
planting zones
- 9b-12
Euphorbia ingens plant details
Euphorbia ingens is an evergreen cactus / succulent or tree with green foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia ingens
- Plant type: cactus / succulent or tree
- Plant family: euphorbiaceae
- Foliage: evergreen green
- Mature size: 10 FT - 30 FT - wide, 30 FT - 50 FT - tall
- Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, rock garden, toxic, xeric, year round interest
GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia ingens
- USDA Zones: 9b - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
- Watering frequency: occasional - low
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained
Nursery contributed plant descriptions
By: Cactus Jungle
By: Moon - Sun Cactus & Koi Gardens
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Gardening facts about Euphorbia ingens plant
How to Grow Euphorbia ingens
Sun Exposure
- sun - mostly sun
Water Needs
- occasional - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Soil Needs
- average
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- yellow
Wildlife
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- spring
Foliage Season
- evergreen
Landscape groups by tags
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Plant Type
Shrub
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 10'-15'
Width: 10'-15'
- sun
- dry when dormant
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-11
Size
Height: 6"-18"
Width: 18"-36"
- sun - bright shade
- regular - drought tolerant
- dry in summer
Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 2'-8'
Width: 2'-6'
- sun - bright shade
- occasional
- dry in summer
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Plant Type
Cactus / Succulent
Zones
10a-12
Size
Height: 20"-30"
Width: 20"-30"
- bright shade
- drought tolerant
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Plant Type
Shrub, Cactus / Succulent
Zones
9a-12
Size
Height: 3'-4'
Width: 3'-4'
- sun - mostly sun
- occasional - drought tolerant
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