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    Euphorbia epithymoides 'Major'

    Also Known As

    • Euphorbia polychroma 'Major'
    • Major Cushion Spurge

    Plant type

    cactus / succulent

    size

    • H: 30"
    • W: 30"

    planting zones

    • 4a-8b

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    Euphorbia epithymoides 'Major' plant details

    Euphorbia epithymoides 'Major' is a cactus / succulent with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in average, gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something pollution tolerant.

    CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia epithymoides 'Major'

    Plant type: cactus / succulent
    Plant family: euphorbiaceae
    Mature size: 0 - 30 IN - wide, 0 - 30 IN - tall

    GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia epithymoides 'Major'

    USDA Zones: 4a - 8b
    Sun exposure: sun
    Watering frequency: low
    Resistant to: deer and rabbit, pollution
    Soil needs: average, gritty, rocky and well-drained

    Nursery contributed plant descriptions

    Larger form than typical polychroma to 30" and bearing a second flush of flowers in the fall. Central Europe.

    By: Native Sons

    Gardening facts about Euphorbia epithymoides 'Major' plant

    How to Grow Euphorbia epithymoides 'Major'

    • Sun Exposure

      • sun

    • Water Needs

      • low - drought tolerant

    • Soil Needs

      • average
      • well-drained
      • rocky
      • gritty

    • Special Situation

      • pollution tolerant

    Features

    • Foliage Color

      • green

    • Wildlife

      • deer resistant
      • rabbit resistant

    • Flower Season

      • spring

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