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Euphorbia pulcherrima 'Variegata'

Also Known As

  • Desert Poinsettia
  • Fire on the Mountain
  • Kaliko Plant
  • Mexican Flame Leaf
  • Painted Euphorbia
  • White Mexican Poinsettia

Plant type

shrub, perennial

size

  • H: 2'
  • W: 18"

planting zones

  • 10a-11

Euphorbia pulcherrima 'Variegata' plant details

Euphorbia pulcherrima 'Variegata' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial shrub with green, variegated and white foliage. In fall, spring and summer white flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia pulcherrima 'Variegata'

Plant type: perennial shrub
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green, variegated and white
Mature size: 0 - 18 IN - wide, 0 - 2 FT - tall
Flowers: white blooms in fall, spring and summer
Uses: container plant, houseplant, long-blooming, showy, year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia pulcherrima 'Variegata'

USDA Zones: 10a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Beautiful white and green variegated foliage is topped with white and orange bracts. This durable plant is constantly in bloom during the warm months. A striking contrast for mixed containers. Unusual.

Gardening facts about Euphorbia pulcherrima 'Variegata' plant

How to Grow Euphorbia pulcherrima 'Variegata'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained

Features

  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • white
    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Flower Season

    • fall
    • summer
    • spring
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