Scientific
Name
Euphorbia myrsinites
Common
Name
Myrtle
euphorbia |
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Hardiness
Zones: 5 to 9 |
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Habit:
Evergreen
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Growth
Rate: Moderate
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Size: 4 to 8 inches |
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Site
Requirements: Sun to light
shade; prefers loose, light-textured, well-drained sandy to gravelly
soil
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Form:
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Texture:
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Foliage: Closely
set spiraling, fleshy, bright blue-green foliage; oval to spatula
shape |
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Flower/Fruit: Yellow
bracts late spring to mid-summer |
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Comments: Tends
to be short lived; drought tolerant
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Cultivars:
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