Euphorbia myrsinites

DONKEY SPURGE, MYRTLE SPURGE
Family Name: Euphorbiaceae

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Growing Guide
Rainy Side Notes

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GROWING GUIDE

Origin:
Europe, Turkey and central Asia
Plant Group:
Perennials.
Hardiness:
Sunset zones: 2-24.
USDA zones: 5-8.
Mature size:
Height: 8-12 inches (20-30 cm).
Width: 12 inches (30 cm).
Flowering period:
Spring.
Flowering attributes:
An umbel of Chartreuse colored bracts.
Leaf attributes:
Evergreen, gray succulent leaves - rounded with pointed ends.
Growth habit:
Prostrate.
Light:
Full sun.
Soil:
Light, well-drained soil. Raised beds or rock garden works great.
Feeding:
Side dress with compost in fall.
Propagation Methods:
Sow seed as soon as ripe 68ºF (20ºC). | Divide in early spring. | Basal cuttings in spring or early summer.
Pruning Methods:
Since flowers are born on second year stems, cut off old stems to its base when flowers start to fade.

 

Rainy Side Notes

Provide this perennial with the conditions it needs and it will thrive in your Northwest garden. Take caution when pruning Euphorbias, the sap can cause allergic reactions.

Photographed in author's garden.