Scientific
Name
Euphorbia polychroma
Common
Name
Cushion
spurge; Cushion euphorbia |
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Hardiness
Zones: 4 to 8 |
[Midas] |
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Habit:
Deciduous
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Growth
Rate: Moderate
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Size: 10 to 18 inches; 1.5 to 3 foot spread |
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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:
Mound |
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Texture:
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Foliage: Alternate,
simple, stemless 2 inch medium green leaves; reddish tinge in fall
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Flower/Fruit: Cluster
of poinsettia-like flowers; 1 inch chartruese bracts |
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Comments: Space
14 to 20 inches apart; drought tolerant
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Cultivars:
Midas
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