Euphorbia characias ssp. wulfenii 'John Tomlinson'

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Euphorbia characias ssp. wulfenii ssp. wulfenii 'John Tomlinson'
John Tomlinson Mediterranean Spurge

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 3'-4'

planting zones

7a-10b

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Euphorbia characias ssp. wulfenii 'John Tomlinson' plant details

Euphorbia characias ssp. wulfenii 'John Tomlinson' is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue and green foliage. In spring chartreuse flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia characias ssp. wulfenii 'John Tomlinson'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue and green
Mature size: 3 FT - 4 FT - wide, 3 FT - 4 FT - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring
Uses: year-round-interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia characias ssp. wulfenii 'John Tomlinson'

USDA Zones: 7a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - low

Soil needs: average and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

A selection made from wild seed collected in the former Yugoslavia by the namesake, this charismatic Euphorbia is esteemed for its handsome compact profile and glowing yellow-green conical inflorescences. Large rounded and broad heads taper towards the base while housing crowded bell-shaped flowers. With color that promises to exhilarate, 'John Tomlinson' unites swirls of waxy blue-gray leaves on green stems beneath dazzling, sunshine-bright blooms alongside warm-hued Isoplexis canariensis in our mixed border.