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Euphorbia griffithii 'Fern Cottage'

Also Known As

  • Fern Cottage Spurge

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 2'

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

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Euphorbia griffithii 'Fern Cottage' plant details

Euphorbia griffithii 'Fern Cottage' is a broadleaf deciduous perennial with green foliage. In spring flowers emerge. Grows well with sun and regular - occasional water. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia griffithii 'Fern Cottage'

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: deciduous green
Mature size: 2 FT wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia griffithii 'Fern Cottage'

USDA Zones: 6a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun
Watering frequency: regular - occasional
Soil needs: well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Warm colors radiate from this vigorous seedling selection by Clive Jones, named in honor of the house he was living in at the time. Bronzy pink tips, colorful reddish stems and leaf margins, burnt orange flower bracts and magnificent fall color give 'Fern Cottage' a cheerful rosy glow through most of the season.

Gardening facts about Euphorbia griffithii 'Fern Cottage' plant

How to Grow Euphorbia griffithii 'Fern Cottage'

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - occasional
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • deciduous

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