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Euphorbia viguieri var. ankarafantsiensis
Plant type
cactus / succulent
size
- H: 24"-60"
- W: 6"-18"
planting zones
- 10a-12
Euphorbia viguieri var. ankarafantsiensis plant details
Euphorbia viguieri var. ankarafantsiensis is a deciduous or semi-evergreen cactus / succulent with green foliage. In summer orange and red flowers emerge. Attracts butterflies and hummingbirds making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - dappled shade and regular water. Drought tolerant once established. Prefers to be dry in winter, dry when dormant. Does well in gritty, rocky and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.
CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia viguieri var. ankarafantsiensis
- Plant type: cactus / succulent
- Plant family: euphorbiaceae
- Foliage: deciduous or semi-evergreen green
- Mature size: 6 IN - 18 IN - wide, 24 IN - 60 IN - tall
- Flowers: orange and red blooms in summer
- Uses: container plant, houseplant, spiky
GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia viguieri var. ankarafantsiensis
- USDA Zones: 10a - 12
- Sun exposure: sun - dappled shade
- Watering frequency: regular
- Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
- Soil needs: gritty, rocky and well-drained
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How to Grow Euphorbia viguieri var. ankarafantsiensis
Sun Exposure
- sun - dappled shade
Water Needs
- regular - drought tolerant
Water Needs
- dry in winter
Water Needs
- dry when dormant
Soil Needs
- well-drained
- rocky
- gritty
Special Situation
- heat tolerant
Features
Foliage Color
- green
Flower Color
- red
- orange
Wildlife
- butterflies
- hummingbirds
- deer resistant
- rabbit resistant
Flower Season
- summer
Foliage Season
- deciduous
- semi-evergreen
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 10'-15'
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Zones
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Zones
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Size
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Zones
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Size
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Width: 20"-30"
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Zones
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Size
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