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EUPHORBIA x pasteurii
Commonly known as Spurge, Wolf's milk
A cross between E.mellifera and E. stygiana which grows up to 6 feet tall. Creamy-white midribs to the leaves and scented yellow-brown flowers
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EvergreenOblong to narrowly lance-shaped leaves to 30cm (12in) long
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YellowYellow brown -
Height2m (6½ft) -
Spread5m (16ft)
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Medium shrubTypically grow to around 4-6 feet in heightVigorous shrub with stout shoots. Flowers in open, terminal cymes 16-20cm (6¼-8in) across followed by warty, rounded fruits from late summer
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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 x pasteurii
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Additional Features
Pests & DiseasesAphids, grey mould
Place of originHybrid -
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 flowersHoney-scented
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Seasonal InterestAutumnSpringSummerWinter
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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) -
WildlifeRabbit Resistant
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Euphorbia - Care Guide
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