GardenAway

Sorry, news is not available in your browser

Euphorbia pulcherrima

Family Euphorbiaceae
Plant Type deciduous shrub
Zone USDA:   9a - 11   RHS:   FH - FT   EGF:   H5 - G2   Australia:   3 - 5  
Care Level high, challenging, suitable for experienced gardeners.
Height 0.9 - 4.5 m (3 - 15 ft)
Spread 0.9 - 2.4 m (3 - 8 ft)
Light full sun
Soil Moisture low, well-drained
Soil Type loam
Soil pH neutral

Description The deciduous shrub Euphorbia pulcherrima (poinsettia) bears showy, faded red and repeat-blooming blossoms during late winter to early spring. This plant is upright and has matte and bold textured foliage that is deep lime in colour. The bark is smooth in texture. Euphorbia pulcherrima (poinsettia) is a specimen plant and it can serve as a focal point in your garden.
Typical Uses Border, container, hedge, house plant, specimen and tropical.
Special Characteristics Euphorbia pulcherrima tolerates drought.