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EUPHORBIA amygdaloides var robbiae
Commonly known as Wolf's milk, Wood spurge
Lime-green-yellow flowers
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EvergreenLeaves broader than E. amygdaloides, leathery and glossy.
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Green
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Height60cm (24in) -
Spread30cm (12in)
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Ground coverThese plants are typically low growing and spread quickly to inhibit weed growth on areas of bare soilSpreads widely by rhizomes. Can become invasive. Flowers in terminal cymes to 18cm (7in) tall.
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Hardy - average winterHardy through most of the UK apart from inland valleys, at altitude and central/northerly locations. May suffer foliage damage and stem dieback in harsh winters in cold gardens. Plant can withstand temperatures down to -10°C (14°F) -
Full sunWill tolerate full sun if soil is permanently moist -
Partial shadeOr light dappled shade -
Caution, toxic if eaten, may cause skin allergy or irritantThese plants are toxic if eaten and may also cause a skin allergy, rash, irritation to eyes and skin.
EUPHORBIA amygdaloides var robbiae
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Additional Features
Good to knowSyn. E. robbiae (Mrs. Robb's bonnet). Wildlife plant - insects
Pests & DiseasesAphids, grey mould.
Place of originNorthwestern Turkey. -
HardinessFrost hardy (down to -5)
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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Soil ConditionsFertile moist well-drained soilHumus-rich.
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Wildlife
Bee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
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Fertilisers & Feeds - Vitax
Q4 Pelleted Fertiliser
A useful fertiliser suitable for use on a wide variety of plants. Q4 provides all the nutrients and trace elements essential for vigorous growth, abundant flowering and ripening of fruit.
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