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Alpine RockeryHerbaceous Perennial
Euphorbia myrsinites
broad-leaved glaucous spurge
An evergreen perennial with trailing leafy stems to 35cm in length. Leaves slightly fleshy, bright glaucous green; flowers yellow green, in terminal clusters 10cm in width
Size
Ultimate height
Up to 10cmTime to ultimate height
2鈥�5 yearsUltimate spread
0.1鈥�0.5 metresGrowing conditions
Chalk
Clay
Loam
Sand
Moisture
奥别濒濒鈥揹谤补颈苍别诲pH
Acid, Alkaline, NeutralColour & scent
| Stem | Flower | Foliage | Fruit | |
| Spring | Yellow | Blue Grey Silver | ||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Summer | Blue Grey Silver | |||
| Autumn | Blue Grey Silver | |||
| Winter | Blue Grey Silver |
Position
- Full sun
Aspect
North鈥揻acing or West鈥揻acing or East鈥揻acing or 厂辞耻迟丑鈥揻补肠颈苍驳
Exposure
Exposed or ShelteredDrought resistance
Yes Hardiness
H5Botanical details
- Family
- Euphorbiaceae
- Native to the UK
- No
- Foliage
- Evergreen
- Habit
- Trailing
- Potentially harmful
- Humans/Pets: IRRITANT to skin/eye, harmful if eaten. Wear gloves and other protective equipment when handling. For further information and contact numbers regarding pets, see the HTA guide to potentially harmful plants
- Genus
Euphorbia can be annuals, perennials, shrubs or succulents, with milky sap and small flowers held within cupped, often colourful bracts
- Name status
Correct
- Plant range
- S Europe, Asia Minor
How to grow
Cultivation
Grow in well-drained soil in full sun. See Euphorbia for further advice
Propagation
Propagate by seed or division
Suggested planting locations and garden types
- Gravel garden
- Rock garden
- Mediterranean climate plants
- Wildlife gardens
Pruning
No pruning required
Pests
Generally pest-free
Diseases
Generally disease-free
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