Euphorbia characias wulfenii is a shrubby evergreen spurge from the Mediterranean with upright stems carrying narrow, mid-green leaves. Showy heads of lime green bracts with red-brown eyes appear from late winter and last into summer.
Edwardian garden designer Gertrude Jekyll described this sun-loving, evergreen shrub as 'one of the grandest of plants'.
Plant in beds and borders as a contrast in foliage form and texture. Especially striking alongside dark leaved evergreen shrubs or ivy clad walls. Equally at home in a contemporary minimalist or gravel garden.
Pot size: 3L
Common Name: Mediterranean Spurge
Hardiness: Hardy to –15°
Height and Spread: 120cm x 100cm, in 2–5 years
Preferred Soil Type: Any light, well-drained soil
Aspect: South, west or east facing
Position: Full sun / partial shade, in a sheltered position
Flowering Period: Late winter – summer
Care: No support required; cut back faded stems after flowering
*Please note, all parts of this plant are highly toxic by ingestion. Irritant to skin and eyes.*
(0)
