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EUPHORBIA characias wulfeni
Commonly known as Spurge, Wolf's milk
Extra large flowers, lime-green
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EvergreenLinear to oval grey-green leaves to 13cm (5in) long.
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GreenLime green
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Height1.2m (4ft) -
Spread1.2m (4ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightUpright shrub with biennial shoots and clumps of erect, densely-woolly, purple-tinged stems.
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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)Borderline -
Full sun
EUPHORBIA characias wulfeni
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Additional Features
Good to knowWildlife plant - insects
Pests & DiseasesAphids, grey mould.
Place of originSoutheastern Europe. -
HardinessFully hardyBorderline
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Pruning group
Pruning group 4Suitable for: Deciduous trees and shrubs that flower on current year's growth or are grown for winter stem effect.
Pruning: Hard prune to a low permanent framework.
When: Annually in early Spring.
RHS group 5, 6 & 7 -
Scented PlantsScented foliage
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummer
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Soil ConditionsMedium to light, fertile, well drained soil
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Toxic - Category B - CAUTION
Skin & eye irritantHarmful if eaten (People & Pets) -
Wildlife
Bee friendlyRabbit Resistant
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Cold weather damage to evergreen plants
Euphorbia - Care Guide
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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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