Myrtle Spurge
Myrtle Spurge
Euphorbia myrsinites
Euphorbia myrsinites
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- Drought-tolerant groundcover with succulent leaves.
- Winter-hardy and reliable in a variety of gardens.
- Low maintenance - ideal for busy gardeners.
- Perfect for rock and wall gardens due to its compact growth habit.
- Early spring bloom that attracts bees and insects.
Euphorbia myrsinites Myrtle Spurge is a charming, hardy succulent with trailing stems and silvery-green, paddle-shaped leaves. It forms a compact mat that loves sun and well-drained soils, delivering a tough, drought-tolerant presence to any sunny spot.
In spring it bursts with soft yellow-green bracts, adding a gentle glow to borders and rock gardens. This plant’s natural growth habit creates texture and movement in mixed plantings.
Ideal for xeriscaping, sunny beds, and containers, it provides year-round structure with an evergreen presence. A confident addition to a plant-loving webshop catalog.
Care and Watering
Euphorbia myrsinites (Myrtle Spurge) loves full sun and lean, well-draining soil. Water sparingly—let the soil dry between drinks and avoid winter soggy conditions. It’s drought-tolerant and dislikes overwatering, especially in pots.
Maintenance
Remove dead growth, tidy the mat-forming stems, and watch for pests. Prune lightly after flowering to keep shape and prevent legginess.
Location
Plant in rock gardens, borders, or containers with excellent drainage. Provide sun to light afternoon shade in hot regions; avoid high-humidity spots.
Tips
Wear gloves when handling sap; use sterile tools; propagate by cuttings in warm weather; avoid frost pockets.
Euphorbia myrsinites (myrtle spurge) stands out with its blue-green leaves and striking, yellow spring flowers that surprisingly add a lot of atmosphere to rock gardens and borders. The compact, sprawling growth forms a graphic, almost sculptural layer that enhances texture and color contrasts.
Perfect for combinations with grasses and low perennials; a powerful choice for a modern, natural garden look.
| Flowering months | |
|---|---|
| Density per m2 | 7 a 10 |
| Standing | Full sun |
| Properties | Winter hardy., Cut flower., Deciduous. |
| Flower color | Yellow |
| Leaf color | Green |
Delivery costs
| BE € 4,95 | NL € 5,95 |
| DE € 6,95 | FR € 9,95 |
| AT € 14,95 | DK € 16,95 |
| IT € 16,95 | ES € 19,95 |
| SK € 19,95 | CZ € 19,95 |
| SE € 20,95 | IE € 20,95 |
| LU € 20,95 |
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