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Euphorbia nicaeensis

Also Known As

  • Nice Spurge

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 18"-24"
  • W: 18"-24"

planting zones

  • 6a-10b

Euphorbia nicaeensis plant details

Euphorbia nicaeensis is a broadleaf evergreen perennial with blue foliage. In spring and summer chartreuse flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Grows well with sun and occasional water. Does well in well-drained soil.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia nicaeensis

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen blue
Mature size: 18 IN - 24 IN - wide, 18 IN - 24 IN - tall
Flowers: chartreuse blooms in spring and summer
Uses: container plant, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia nicaeensis

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

Gardening facts about Euphorbia nicaeensis plant

How to Grow Euphorbia nicaeensis

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun
  • Water Needs

    • occasional
  • Soil Needs

    • well-drained

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • blue
  • Flower Color

    • chartreuse
  • Wildlife

    • deer resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
    • summer
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 10'-15'

  • sun
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  • dry in summer
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Zones

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Size

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Width: 18"-36"

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Zones

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Width: 20"-30"

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Zones

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Size

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Width: 3'-4'

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