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Euphorbia fendleri

Also Known As

  • Fendler's Sandmat
  • Fendler's Spurge

Plant type

perennial, groundcover

size

  • H: 2"-8"
  • W: 6"-12"

planting zones

  • 9a-11

Euphorbia fendleri plant details

Euphorbia fendleri is a broadleaf evergreen perennial groundcover with green foliage. In fall and summer pink and white flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Prefers to be dry in summer. Does well in average and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia fendleri

Plant type: perennial groundcover
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen green
Mature size: 6 IN - 12 IN - wide, 2 IN - 8 IN - tall
Flowers: pink and white blooms in fall and summer
Uses: year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia fendleri

USDA Zones: 9a - 11
Sun exposure: sun
Resistant to: deer, heat
Soil needs: average and well-drained

Gardening facts about Euphorbia fendleri plant

How to Grow Euphorbia fendleri

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • dry in summer
  • Soil Needs

    • average
    • well-drained
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • green
  • Flower Color

    • white
    • pink
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • summer
    • fall
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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Plant Type

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Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 10'-15'

Width: 10'-15'

  • sun
  • dry when dormant
  • dry in summer
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Plant Type

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Zones

10a-11

Size

Height: 6"-18"

Width: 18"-36"

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  • regular - drought tolerant
  • dry in summer
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Zones

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Size

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Plant Type

Cactus / Succulent

Zones

10a-12

Size

Height: 20"-30"

Width: 20"-30"

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Plant Type

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-4'

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