Euphorbia rigida (Rigid spurge)
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0.5m max. spread |
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0.5m max. height |
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2-5 years to maturity |
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1 hour care per year |
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This plant is toxic! |
Botanical name: Euphorbia rigida
Other names: Gopher plant, Euphorbia biglandulosa, Rigid spurge, Silver spurge
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Genus: Euphorbia
Species: E. rigida - E. rigida is an erect then spreading, evergreen perennial with stiff, lance-shaped, grey-green leaves and, in early spring to early summer, umbels of yellow flowers that become flushed pink with age.
Euphorbia rigida is: Deciduous
Flower: Yellow in Spring; Yellow, Flushed pink in Summer
Foliage: Grey-green in All seasons
Habit: Erect, Spreading
Toxicity: All parts of the plant are highly toxic if ingested. The milky sap may cause irritation to skin and eyes.
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Pests: Generally pest-free.
Specific diseases: Rust
General care
Propagation methods: Division, Seed, Stem tip cuttings. REGISTER to read more...
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Euphorbia rigida (Rigid spurge) will reach a height of 0.5m and a spread of 0.5m after 2-5 years.
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Suggested uses: Beds and borders, City, Drought Tolerant, Flower Arranging, Gravel, Ground Cover, Low Maintenance, Mediterranean, Rock
Cultivation: Performs best in well-drained, light soil in full sun.
| This plant likes... | Garden match | |
| Soil types: | Chalky, Clay, Loamy, Sandy (will tolerate most soil types) |  |
| Soil drainage: | Moist but well-drained, Well-drained | |
| Soil pH: | Acid, Alkaline, Neutral | |
| Light: | Full Sun | |
| Aspect: | North, South, East, West | |
| Exposure: | Exposed, Sheltered | |
| Hardiness: | Hardy (H4) | |
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