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Euphorbia pithyusa

Also Known As

Spurge

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 6"-20"
W: 9"-15"

planting zones

8a-10b

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Euphorbia pithyusa plant details

Euphorbia pithyusa is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring yellow flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and occasional - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia pithyusa

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 9 IN - 15 IN - wide, 6 IN - 20 IN - tall
Flowers: yellow blooms in spring
Uses: bonsai, compact, container plant, edging plant, houseplant

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia pithyusa

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: occasional - low
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

LITTLE FIR SPURGE - A neat little plant with cool ice blue small needle like foliage forming a tight mound. Likes sun to part shade, can tolerate heat, deer resistant, grows 6-12" tall, hardy zone 8A-11 . Small yellowish green flowers at the terminal tips from spring to mid summer. A great choice for bonsai, walkway edging in southern areas. A container annual in the north.