Euphorbia ceratocarpa

Also Known As

Sicily Spurge

Plant type

perennial

size

H: 3'-4'
W: 4'

planting zones

8a-10b

Euphorbia ceratocarpa plant details

Euphorbia ceratocarpa 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 - mostly sun and regular water. Does well in average soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia ceratocarpa

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

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia ceratocarpa

USDA Zones: 8a - 10b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular

Soil needs: average

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Large, bold, extremely choice spurge from Sicily, to 3-4 ft tall and as wide, a wonderful filler in the garden as the chartreuse and nectar-filled, yellow-green flowers continue over a long period. Also useful as a focal point. Best grown in full sun with little summer water. Evergreen in the Pacific Northwest, in USDA zone 8.