Euphorbia amygdaloides Purpurea – Wood Spurge

This Euphorbia has deep purple evergreen leaves and stems, its lime green flowers appear in late spring-early summer, it is an excellent plant for a shady location where it will give groundcover in a short space of time. Its only drawback is that it is toxic, wear gloves when handling it and keep it away from cattle, horses etc.

Position: Full Sun, Full Shade

Soil: Almost any soil- dislikes waterlogged soil

Flowers: Late Spring- Early Summer

Hardiness:  Fully hardy

Height: 30cm X 60cm (1ft x2 ft)

Time for full growth: 2 to 5 years

Attracts Bees, Butterflies, and beneficial insects.

Slug Resistant: Yes

Pot Size: 11cm