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Euphorbia pithyusa 'Faded Jeans'

Also Known As

  • Faded Jeans Spurge

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 6"-14"
  • W: 12"-18"

planting zones

  • 8a-11

Euphorbia pithyusa 'Faded Jeans' plant details

Euphorbia pithyusa 'Faded Jeans' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring and summer chartreuse flowers emerge. Grows well with sun - mostly shade and occasional water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia pithyusa 'Faded Jeans'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 12 IN - 18 IN - wide, 6 IN - 14 IN - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring and summer
Uses: xeric

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia pithyusa 'Faded Jeans'

USDA Zones: 8a - 11
Sun exposure: sun - mostly shade
Watering frequency: occasional
Soil needs: well-drained

Gardening facts about Euphorbia pithyusa 'Faded Jeans' plant

How to Grow Euphorbia pithyusa 'Faded Jeans'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly shade
  • Water Needs

    • occasional - drought tolerant
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen

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