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Euphorbia x martini 'Ascot Rainbow' PP21401

Also Known As

  • Euphorbia x martinii 'Ascot Rainbow'
  • Ascot Rainbow Spurge

Plant type

perennial

size

  • H: 2'-3'
  • W: 1'-2'

planting zones

  • 5a-9b

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Euphorbia x martini 'Ascot Rainbow' PP21401 plant details

Euphorbia x martini 'Ascot Rainbow' PP21401 is a fast-growing broadleaf evergreen perennial with chartreuse, purple, red and variegated foliage. In spring red flowers emerge. Features glaucous texture. Attracts bees making it an excellent addition to pollinator gardens. Grows well with sun - mostly sun and regular - low water. Drought tolerant once established. Does well in acidic, alkaline, average, gritty and well-drained soil. A good option if you're seeking something heat tolerant.

CHARACTERISTICS OF Euphorbia x martini 'Ascot Rainbow' PP21401

Plant type: perennial
Plant family: euphorbiaceae
Foliage: evergreen chartreuse, purple, red and variegated
Mature size: 1 FT - 2 FT - wide, 2 FT - 3 FT - tall
Flowers: red blooms in spring
Uses: container plant, patio, rock garden, year round interest

GROWING CONDITIONS for Euphorbia x martini 'Ascot Rainbow' PP21401

USDA Zones: 5a - 9b
Sun exposure: sun - mostly sun
Watering frequency: regular - low
Resistant to: deer and rabbit, heat
Soil needs: acidic, alkaline, average, gritty and well-drained

Nursery contributed plant descriptions

Wide-ranging variegations of sage green, gold and lime provide bold color to the landscape year round! Spring finds this unique 20" mounder covered in lime-green bracts, variegated foliage is stunning all summer long and when the temperatures cool the tips of the stems become brushed with gorgeous shades of rose. This vigorous grower is very heat/drought tolerant and also performs well in coastal situations. This is a wonderful focal point for any garden! S/M-D/GDr PP21401
Exhibits unique foliage variegated with sage-green, gold and lime. Will tinge a reddish-pink in cool weather. Topped with spikes of cream and green flowers. Spurge needs well-drained soils. It is fairly drought resistant, but should be watered during prolonged dry periods. Outstanding mass planted, as a groundcover or in borders.
The stunning variegated foliage and flowers of Euphorbia x martinii 'Ascot Rainbow' have colours of sage green, gold and lime, tinged reddish pink in cool weather. Compact and slightly spreading. Evergreen. E. x martinii is a naturally-occurring hybrid from southern France between E. characias and E. amygdaloides, two very garden-worthy species.
Euphorbia 'Ascot Rainbow', introduced by Plant Haven several years ago, is a lovely foliage plant to add year round color in a protected garden spot and is excellent in pots. The elliptical gray green foliage is edged in creamy yellow and takes on a rosy apricot blush when temperatures are cool. Tiny yellow flowers peek from chartreuse colored bracts in spring and occasionally in summer and fall. Plants grow 18" and wide.
Patented. A great new addition to low maintenance, low water use gardens everywhere, variegated 'Ascot Rainbow' has succulent leaves of cream and green that develop rose pink hues as the temperatures fall. Hardy only where a protected spot with good drainage is assured, it refuses to fade or diminish- looking perfect all season long until the freezes of November."
What a lovely plant! Drought tolerant, evergreen, and striking foliage variegation. Don't you just love that yellowy stripe on the edges? Tolerates hot, dry conditions. Does best in light, well-drained soil. Suggestions: This spurge is a great companion plant in a large flower container with showy annuals, such as pansies in the winter or petunias in the summer and, of course, a trailing False Raspberry or Creeping Jenny to spill over. Nice formula for perfect planting! Or simply lovely in your landscaping flower bed.

By: GardenDelivery

Beautiful foliage in shades of cream and greenish-blue are accented by cream, lime, and green flowers in late spring. Leaves will also have a reddish pink coloring during colder months. Great choice for containers or a splash of color to add some flair to the garden. Growth Rate fast
Euphorbia x martinii vs. E. amygdaloides 'Ascot Rainbow' has been selected for its distinct and unique variegated flowers and foliage. The flower color consists of cream, lime, and green while the foliage displays tones of cream, green/blue with stunning red-pink coloring throughout cooler months. A bit reminiscent of Daphne Gold dust. It is extremely drought tolerant and I suspect the beautiful Euphorbia sphinx will host on it. ZONE 5'
A very drought tolerant low mounder that has multicolered foliage and copious flowers of cream and lime green. The biggest attribute for gardens in our fair City is that it is unpalatable to the scourge of all things green, the damn deer. A Venison Festival could fund some good civic works.

Gardening facts about Euphorbia x martini 'Ascot Rainbow' PP21401 plant

How to Grow Euphorbia x martini 'Ascot Rainbow' PP21401

  • Sun Exposure

    • sun - mostly sun
  • Water Needs

    • regular - drought tolerant
  • Soil Needs

    • acidic
    • alkaline
    • average
    • well-drained
    • gritty
  • Special Situation

    • heat tolerant

Features

  • Foliage Color

    • variegated
    • red
    • chartreuse
    • purple
  • Flower Color

    • red
  • Wildlife

    • bees
    • deer resistant
    • rabbit resistant
  • Flower Season

    • spring
  • Foliage Season

    • evergreen
  • Texture

    • glaucous
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