Euphorbia characias wulfenii
Wulfenii Spurge
Description
This evergreen shrub reaches 3' tall and wide. Habit is dome-shaped. Foliage is blue-green with upright stems. Lime-green flowers appear on top of the foliage during late spring through summer. This plant prefers full sun with well-draining, light soil. After flowering period, prune to remove spent flowers and encourage new growth. Important to wear gloves as this plant exudes a sap that may irritating to skin and may be poisonous if ingested. Beautiful but unusual looking plant.
Plant Type
Shrub
Height Range
1-3', 3-6'
Width Range
1-3'
Flower Color
Green, Yellow
Flower Season
Spring, Summer
Leaf Color
Blue Green
Bark Color
n/a
Fruit Color
n/a
Fruit Season
n/a
Sun
Full
Water
Very Low
Growth Rate
Moderate
Soil Type
Sandy, Loam, Rocky, Unparticular
Soil Condition
Average, Well-drained, Dry
Soil pH
Neutral
Adverse Factors
Allergenic, Poisonous
Design Styles
Meadow, Mediterranean, Ranch, Spanish
Accenting Features
Showy Flowers, Specimen, Unusual Foliage, Unusual Shape
Seasonal Interest
Spring, Summer
Location Uses
Perennial Border, Shrub Border, Foundation, Patio, Raised Planter, Walkways, With Rocks
Special Uses
Container, Filler, Mass Planting, Small Spaces
Attracts Wildlife
n/a
Water Saving Tip:
Mulching and adding compost to soil can minimize evaporation and help soil absorb and store water.