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Euphorbia lactea 'Grey Ghost'

Also Known As

  • Euphorbia lactea 'White Ghost'

Plant type

cactus / succulent

size

  • H: 10'-20'
  • W: 5'-10'

planting zones

  • 10a-11

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Euphorbia lactea 'Grey Ghost' plant details

Euphorbia lactea 'Grey Ghost' is a cactus / succulent with white foliage. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia lactea 'Grey Ghost'

Plant type: cactus / succulent
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Mature size: 5 FT - 10 FT - wide, 10 FT - 20 FT - tall
Uses: spiky

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia lactea 'Grey Ghost'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: low
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A white version of the Candelabra Cactus. Really beautiful milky swirls of green on white flesh. Tips are pinkish.
Thick, white upright growing, triangular stems are randomly splotched with dark blue-green patches. A very striking specimen plant! This is the white form of the popular and easily grown Good Luck Cactus. Grow it indoors or out.
"Ghost" variety to 20' tall, milky latex sap. Hardy to 32 °F.

Gardening facts about Euphorbia lactea 'Grey Ghost' plant

How to Grow Euphorbia lactea 'Grey Ghost'

  • Water Needs

    • low - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in winter
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained
  • Sun Exposure

    • sun

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • white

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